Description
Easy Garlic Chicken Pasta is the perfect dish for those busy weeknights or cozy date nights. This creamy, garlic-infused pasta combines tender chicken with a rich sauce that feels indulgent yet is simple to make. In just 30 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality meal using everyday ingredients you may already have in your kitchen. Whether you’re cooking for your family or entertaining guests, this versatile recipe allows for customization with your favorite vegetables and pasta types, making it a surefire hit for everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces uncooked pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth or dry white wine
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Season chicken pieces with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown (5-6 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Whisk in chicken broth (or wine) and lemon juice; simmer for one minute.
- Add cream and cook until slightly thickened (4-5 minutes).
- Stir in parmesan cheese until melted; add chicken and pasta to coat evenly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 145mg