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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta (30-Minute Recipe!)

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A rich and creamy garlic Parmesan chicken pasta made in just 30 minutes! Tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a velvety garlic-Parmesan sauce come together for an indulgent yet simple weeknight meal.

Ingredients

2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes

1 lb (450 g) twisted pasta (fusilli), or penne/rotini

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided

4–5 cloves fresh garlic, minced

1 ½ cups heavy cream

½ cup chicken broth

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated preferred)

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, divided

¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Fine salt and black pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. Meanwhile, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning. Cook 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté 30 seconds to 1 minute, until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits from the pan. Add heavy cream, the remaining ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until sauce is smooth and creamy. If too thick, stir in reserved pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Return cooked chicken to the skillet, then add the drained pasta. Toss to coat everything evenly in the sauce.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

For a lighter sauce, use half-and-half or whole milk instead of heavy cream.

Add vegetables such as spinach, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes for more depth.

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best texture and flavor.

If the sauce thickens after cooling, loosen it with a splash of milk or broth when reheating.

Keep heat moderate when adding cheese to prevent curdling.

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