Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe
This Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe is pure comfort food. Tender chicken, creamy sauce, and garlic make every bite rich and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless chicken breasts cubed
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the pasta until tender, then drain and set aside.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet.
- Add cubed chicken and cook until golden brown on all sides.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and milk, whisking gently to combine.
- Add grated parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce becomes smooth.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix well.
- Add the cooked pasta, tossing until evenly coated with sauce.
- Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly grated parmesan for richer flavor.
- Don’t overcook pasta; keep it slightly firm.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy twist.
- Stir sauce constantly to prevent burning.
- For a lighter sauce, replace cream with half-and-half.