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One-Pan Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

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Make this rich and savory creamy garlic parmesan chicken pasta in one pan for easy cleanup. This recipe delivers restaurant-style flavor with minimal effort, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces dry pasta (penne or rotini work well)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Season the cut chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the liquid to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  5. Add the dry pasta to the simmering broth. Cover the skillet and cook according to the pasta package directions, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is nearly tender, about 10-12 minutes.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and continue to simmer, uncovered, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 2 minutes.
  7. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  8. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir everything together until the chicken is coated and the pasta is fully cooked.
  9. Stir in the fresh parsley. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese on top.

Notes

  • For an extra layer of flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese instead of pre-shredded.
  • If the sauce becomes too thick while simmering, add a splash more chicken broth or cream to reach your desired consistency.
  • You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth if you prefer a lighter base.

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