Description
One Pan Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a creamy, comforting dish that brings together tender chicken, rich garlic sauce, and pasta for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this one-pan wonder simplifies cooking and cleanup while delivering amazing flavors that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 pound)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from the pan.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chicken broth and bring to a boil; stir in pasta. Reduce heat to simmer; cook until al dente (about 8 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and herbs until well combined. If too thick, add more broth or water.
- Slice chicken into bite-sized pieces and fold into the pasta mixture.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg