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Ultimate Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: Creamy 30-Minute One-Pan Dinner Recipe

This creamy garlic parmesan chicken pasta delivers restaurant-quality comfort food in just 30 minutes using only one pan. Tender chicken pieces swim in a luxurious creamy parmesan sauce clinging to perfectly cooked pasta for a satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 12 oz pasta (linguine, fettuccine, or penne work well)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, then cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes). Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  3. Add pasta to the skillet, ensuring it's mostly submerged in the broth. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and most liquid is absorbed.
  4. Reduce heat to low and pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously. Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet along with grated parmesan cheese.
  5. Stir until cheese is melted and sauce has thickened slightly (about 2-3 minutes). If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of broth or cream to reach your desired consistency.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately while hot!

Notes

Use fresh garlic for better flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese rather than pre-shredded, don't overcook the pasta, customize protein with chicken thighs or shrimp, add cream cheese for extra creaminess