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Garlic Chicken Pasta

There’s nothing quite like digging into a bowl of creamy pasta after a long day—especially when it’s rich, garlicky, and absolutely loaded with flavor. This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta delivers all the indulgence of a fancy Italian dinner, but without the hours in the kitchen. It’s a one-pan wonder built with pantry staples and finished in just half an hour. Think juicy golden chicken, perfectly al dente pasta, and a velvety Parmesan garlic cream sauce that wraps everything in cozy goodness. It’s the ultimate weeknight win—fast, satisfying, and sure to become a regular in your dinner rotation.

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Ingredients You’ll Need

Ingredient	Amount	Notes
Chicken breasts	2 large	Boneless, skinless; cut into 1-inch cubes
Pasta (Fusilli, Penne)	1 lb	Twisted shapes hold the sauce well
Unsalted butter	3 tbsp	For richness and depth
Garlic	4–5 cloves	Minced; use fresh for bold flavor
Heavy cream	1½ cups	The creamy base of the sauce
Chicken broth	½ cup	Helps thin the sauce and deepen flavor
Parmesan cheese	1 cup	Freshly grated melts best
Italian seasoning	1 tsp	Use half to season the chicken
Red pepper flakes	¼ tsp	Optional, for subtle heat
Salt & pepper	To taste	Essential for balance

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6

1. Cook Pasta & Sear the Chicken

Boil pasta in a large pot of salted water until just al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
While the pasta cooks, pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, and half the Italian seasoning.
Heat 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high. Add chicken in a single layer and sear 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.

2. Build the Garlic Parmesan Sauce

Reduce heat to medium. Melt remaining 2 tbsp butter in the skillet.
Add minced garlic and optional red pepper flakes; sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant (don’t let it brown).
Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan—scrape up all the flavorful bits.
Stir in heavy cream and the remaining Italian seasoning. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes to slightly thicken.
Reduce heat to low, then slowly whisk in grated Parmesan until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.

3. Bring It All Together

Return the cooked chicken (with any juices) to the pan. Add drained pasta.
Toss everything gently to coat in the sauce. If needed, add reserved pasta water a splash at a time until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.