Description
One Pan Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is the ultimate easy dinner idea. Made in a single skillet with creamy garlic sauce, juicy chicken, and parmesan cheese, this pasta recipe is a quick comfort food meal perfect for busy nights. Includes step-by-step instructions, serving ideas, and nutrition info.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 chicken breasts, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 ½ cups chicken broth
1 ½ cups heavy cream
2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir in uncooked pasta, ensuring it’s mostly submerged.
4. Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and most of the liquid has reduced (about 12–15 minutes).
5. Stir in grated parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens. Return the cooked chicken to the pan and combine.
6. Taste and adjust salt or pepper. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
Use short pasta like penne or rotini for best results.
If the sauce gets too thick, add a splash of cream or broth when reheating.
Grate fresh parmesan for better melting and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pan Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 135mg