Creamy One Pot Garlic Chicken Pasta
A delightful one-pot dish combining tender chicken, creamy sauce, and pasta, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
- Sauté the chicken in a large skillet over medium heat with olive oil, cooking for 5-7 minutes on each side.
- Let the chicken rest, then slice it into strips.
- Sauté the minced garlic in the same skillet for about 1 minute.
- Add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Create the sauce by stirring in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Combine the cooked pasta and sliced chicken, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For best flavor, use fresh garlic and grate your own cheese. Adjust the thickness of the sauce by adding more chicken broth if needed.