Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breast (boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces)
• salt (to taste)
• black pepper (to taste)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter (unsalted)
• 4 clove garlic (minced)
• 1.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
• 12 oz penne pasta (cooked al dente)
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Steps

1. 1

   Season the bite-sized chicken breast pieces with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, ensuring even coverage.

2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.

3. 3

   In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

4. 4

   Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes to slightly thicken.

5. 5

   Stir in the grated parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.

6. 6

   Add the cooked penne pasta and the cooked chicken back into the skillet. Toss thoroughly to coat everything in the creamy sauce.

7. 7

   Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

For the best results, use freshly grated parmesan cheese as it melts much smoother than pre-shredded varieties. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• dinner
• pasta
• chicken
• creamy
• garlic
• parmesan
• one-pan