Chicken Pasta with Cream Sauce
Indulge in the creamy, comforting flavors of Chicken Pasta with Cream Sauce, a restaurant-quality dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This recipe features tender, golden-brown chicken breast slices served over perfectly al dente pasta, all smothered in a luscious garlic Parmesan cream sauce. Italian seasoning and fresh parsley add aromatic flair, while a splash of chicken broth balances the rich creaminess. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-skillet meal combines ease and elegance, making it ideal for busy cooks seeking a delicious way to elevate dinner. Perfectly customizable, pair it with a crisp side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 12 ounces penne pasta (or pasta of choice)
- for boiling pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set the pasta aside.
While the pasta cooks, season both sides of the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C). Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside to rest. Slice into thin strips once cooled slightly.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth while stirring. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat it evenly with the cream sauce.
Return the sliced chicken to the skillet, placing it on top of the pasta. Sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish.
Serve the Chicken Pasta with Cream Sauce hot, with extra Parmesan cheese on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2632 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 166.4 g | 213% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.5 g | 412% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 658 mg | 219% | |
| Sodium | 2902 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.5 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 154.4 g | 309% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 900 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1269 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
