Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Ingredients

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning)
• 2 tbsp butter (or olive oil; for searing chicken)
• salt (to taste)
• pepper (to taste)
• garlic powder (for seasoning chicken)
• onion powder (for seasoning chicken)
• paprika (for seasoning chicken)
• Italian seasoning (for seasoning chicken)
• 10 oz pasta (any shape)
• 4 tbsp butter (for the sauce)
• 0.5 onion (diced)
• 4 garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning (for the sauce)
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder (for the sauce)
• fresh parsley (optional garnish)

Steps

1. 1

   Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning on both sides.

2. 2

   In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter or heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Add the chicken to the skillet and sear until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F / 74°C). Set the chicken aside to rest.

4. 4

   Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package directions.

5. 5

   Before draining the pasta, reserve ½ cup of the starchy pasta water.

6. 6

   In the same skillet used for the chicken, melt 4 tablespoons of butter.

7. 7

   Add the diced onion to the butter and sauté until softened and translucent.

8. 8

   Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.

9. 9

   Stir in the heavy cream, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

10. 10

    Whisk or stir the sauce over medium heat until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.

11. 11

    If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.

12. 12

    Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce until well coated.

13. 13

    Slice the rested chicken breasts and place them on top of the pasta.

14. 14

    Finish the dish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

Reserving pasta water is crucial for adjusting the sauce consistency. Freshly grated Parmesan melts much smoother than pre-shredded varieties.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• pasta
• chicken
• creamy
• dinner
• easy
• garlic parmesan