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Creamy Chicken Pasta

Creamy Chicken Pasta

Quick and delicious Creamy Chicken Pasta, perfect for a satisfying home-cooked meal in under thirty minutes.
Course: Main Course

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta:
  • 1 pound pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your favorite shape)
  • 6 quarts water
  • 1 tablespoon salt
For the Chicken:
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Creamy Sauce:
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
    6 quarts water, 1 pound pasta, 1 tablespoon salt
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
    1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  3. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
    2 tablespoons butter, 2 garlic, 1/2 cup chicken broth
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, Salt and pepper
  5. Add the cooked pasta and chicken to the skillet with the creamy sauce. Toss to coat everything evenly.
    1 pound pasta, 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious Creamy Chicken Pasta!
    1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley