Description
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Cheesy Twisted Pasta is a delectable comfort dish that combines tender chicken with rich flavors and cheesy pasta. The creamy garlic sauce envelops each twist of pasta, creating a satisfying meal perfect for family dinners or impressing guests. Quick to prepare, this dish brings warmth and joy to any table, making it an instant favorite among all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 12 oz twisted pasta (fusilli or cavatappi)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for a streamlined cooking experience.
- Cook the twisted pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sear the seasoned chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds), then pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan.
- Stir in heavy cream and parmesan cheese; simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
- Combine cooked pasta with the creamy sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 635
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 140mg