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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Creamy, rich, and packed with bold garlic flavor, this Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is the kind of comfort dish that feels restaurant-quality but comes together effortlessly at home. Juicy pan-seared chicken breast, a silky Parmesan cream sauce, and perfectly coated pasta create a dish that is both indulgent and deeply satisfying. Every bite delivers tender chicken, creamy sauce, and just the right balance of seasoning.

Author: Delicate Kitchen

Meal Type: Peanuts Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Servings: 2 servings

Calories: 727 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • 1 - chicken breast
  • olive oil
  • 1 tsp - salt
  • 1 tsp - garlic powder
  • ½ tsp - black pepper
  • ½ tsp - paprika
  • 1 tsp - parsley
  • pasta of choice
  • 1 - onion
  • 3 cloves - garlic
  • 180 milliliters - cooking cream
  • 30–40 grams - Parmesan
  • 30 grams - grated cheese
  • 130 milliliters - pasta water

Instructions

  1. Slice the chicken breast in half horizontally and flatten it slightly for even cooking.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and season both sides with salt, garlic powder, pepper, paprika, and parsley.
  3. Heat a pan with olive oil and cook the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until fully cooked and golden.
  4. Remove the chicken and place it in an airtight container to rest and stay juicy.
  5. Cook the pasta in well-salted water until slightly under al dente, then reserve some pasta water before draining.
  6. In the same pan, add olive oil and sauté chopped onion and garlic until soft and fragrant.
  7. Pour in the cream and pasta water, then add Parmesan and grated cheese. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened.
  8. Remove half of the sauce and set it aside for serving later.
  9. Add the cooked pasta to the remaining sauce and toss to coat evenly. Add a little olive oil and extra Parmesan if needed.
  10. Take the rested chicken out of the container and slice it into strips. If it has cooled down, quickly reheat it in the pan before serving.
  11. Plate the pasta, top with chicken strips, and spoon the reserved sauce generously over everything before serving.

Nutrition

Energy: 727 kcal | Total Fat: 38 g | Saturated: 16 g | Trans: 0 g | Cholesterol: 125 mg | Total Carbs: 57 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugars: 9 g | Proteins: 40 g | Sodium: 1,746 mg | Polyunsaturated: 4 g | Monounsaturated: 15 g

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