Creamy Chicken and Penne
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Chicken and Penne recipe—a luscious blend of tender chicken, perfectly al dente penne pasta, and a rich, velvety Parmesan cream sauce. This dish comes together in under 40 minutes, making it a quick yet elegant option for weeknight dinners or cozy weekend meals. The sautéed garlic infuses every bite with aromatic warmth, while the combination of heavy cream and chicken broth creates a sauce that's irresistibly smooth and flavorful. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, this one-pan pasta recipe is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for anyone craving a hearty and satisfying meal, this Creamy Chicken and Penne will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 300 grams Penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Once boiling, add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with half the salt and pepper.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and butter. Sauté the minced garlic for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir well to combine.
Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet, stirring constantly until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes creamy.
Season the sauce with the remaining salt and pepper, tasting and adjusting as needed.
Add the cooked penne and chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything together to coat the pasta and chicken in the creamy sauce.
Allow the dish to simmer on low heat for 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve the Creamy Chicken and Penne warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.3 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.4 g | 427% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 816 mg | 272% | |
| Sodium | 6144 mg | 267% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.4 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 213.7 g | 427% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 993 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 2288 mg | 49% | |
*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.
