Immerse yourself in this Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta recipe. Tender chicken and pasta coated in a silky garlic parmesan sauce and topped with fresh parmesan cheese.
My family is obsessed with this Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta. Juicy chicken and tender pasta coated in a creamy sauce that comes together in only 30 minutes. This recipe is simple and easy to throw together for a weeknight dinner or even on a special occasion. I like serving this recipe alongside my Best Ever Cheesy Garlic Bread and Oven Roasted Broccoli.
For more family favorite recipes you have to check out my Sausage and Rice Skillet and Chicken and Green Beans.
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Recipe Ingredients
Heavy Cream – The base for the creamy silky sauce.
Parmesan Cheese – A sharp and tangy cheese that pairs perfectly with garlic in this dish.
Chicken – High in protein and tastes delicious on top of this garlic parmesan pasta.
For a full list of ingredients and amounts see the recipe card below.
How to Make Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Step 1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add in the salt and cook the dry pasta for 1 minute less than the package instructions.
Step 2: Next, season both sides of the boneless chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Step 3: Then, in a large skillet over medium-high heat add the olive oil.
Step 4: Once the oil is hot, add your skinless chicken breasts and cook for 3 minutes on each side, or until the chicken has cooked through to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Then remove from the skillet, set aside and cover with foil to keep warm.
Step 5: Reduce the heat to low and add in the 2 Tablespoons of butter and garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Step 6: Next, add in the wine and bring to a simmer for 2 minutes.
Step 7: Then, add the chicken broth and simmer for another 2 minutes.
Step 8: Add in the cream, parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning and stir until the parmesan has melted. Then simmer for 2 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
Step 9: Next, add in the drained pasta and ½ cup of pasta water into the skillet and coat everything together
Step 10: Then, slice the cooked chicken into thin slices and add it into the skillet.
Step 11: Finally garnish with fresh parsley and additional parmesan cheese, serve and enjoy!
Expert Tips
Thicken the Sauce – If you need to thicken the sauce you can add in a little cornstarch, flour, or even some cream cheese to help thicken it up.
Don’t Cook the Pasta All the Way – You want to make sure your pasta is only cooked to al-dente since it will cook more in the pan with the sauce.
FAQs
If you want to add more flavor into this dish I would recommend adding in ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, paprika, or oregano. If you want to add in some vegetables I would recommend adding in broccoli or spinach.
You can use any pasta you prefer for this recipe. I like using rotini but you can also use penne pasta, spaghetti, or even fettuccini.
Storage Information
You can store any leftovers of this garlic chicken pasta in an airtight container in your fridge for 3-4 days. You can also freeze this recipe in your freezer for up to 2 months.
To reheat you can do so on the stovetop or in your microwave until everything has warmed through.
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Recipe
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 large chicken breasts - butterflied
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
For the Pasta
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1 tsp salt
For the Sauce
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 6 cloves garlic - minced
- 1/3 cup dry white wine - I used sauvignon blanc
- 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 1/4 cups fresh parmesan cheese - shredded
- 3 Tbsp fresh parsley - chopped, optional garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to aboil, add in the salt and cook the pasta for 1 minute less than the instructions.
- Next, season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Then, in a large skillet over medium-high heat add the olive oil.
- Once hot, add your chicken breasts and cook for 3 minutes on each side, or until the chicken has an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Then remove from the skillet, set aside and cover with foil to keep warm.
- Reduce the heat to low and add in the 2 Tablespoons of butter and garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Next, add in the wine and bring to a simmer for 2 minutes.
- Then, add the chicken broth and simmer for another 2 minutes.
- Add in the cream, parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning and stir until the parmesan has melted. Then simmer for 2 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
- Next, add in the drained pasta and ½ cup of pasta water into the skillet and coat everything together.
- Then, slice the cooked chicken into thin slices and add it into the skillet.
- Finally garnish with fresh parsley and additional parmesan cheese, serve and enjoy!
In love with this recipe! Thanks!
This recipe is so easy and tasty. Kids loved it too, going into my regular rotation. Thanks!