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Creamy Chicken Pasta Recipe

A quick and delicious creamy chicken pasta dish perfect for a weeknight meal.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 0.5 pound pasta penne or fettuccine recommended
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.25 cup chicken broth
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  • Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  • Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and add the cooked pasta. Toss to coat everything in the creamy sauce.
  • Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

This recipe can be customized with different vegetables like broccoli or spinach.