Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta Recipe
Looking for a comforting, creamy dinner idea? This Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta Recipe is your perfect go-to. It's rich, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying for any day of the week.
Equipment
- Large skillet or sauté pan
- Medium pot (for boiling pasta)
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Garlic press or knife
- Cutting board
- Chef’s knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Colander
- Tongs or pasta fork
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 chicken breasts sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil salted water. Cook pasta until al dente. Drain well.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet.
- Add sliced chicken. Season with salt, pepper, and herbs.
- Cook chicken until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt butter. Add minced garlic.
- Sauté garlic until fragrant. Do not let it burn.
- Add cream, chicken broth, and Parmesan. Stir gently.
- Simmer sauce until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Return chicken to pan. Simmer 2 more minutes.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce. Mix thoroughly.
- Serve hot. Garnish with parsley and more cheese.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for maximum flavor.
- Don’t overcook the chicken—it should stay juicy.
- Let the sauce simmer, not boil, for richness.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan, not pre-shredded.
- Save pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.