Description
This One Pan Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is creamy, flavorful, and ready in just 30 minutes — a perfect weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 tbsp avocado or olive oil
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt & pepper
1 tbsp butter
1/2 jumbo onion (diced)
4–6 cloves garlic (minced)
8 oz penne pasta
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup freshly grated parmesan
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp parsley
Instructions
1. Season chicken with spices.
2. Cook chicken in a large pan until golden and done.
3. Remove and set aside.
4. Add butter, onions, and garlic; sauté.
5. Add broth and penne; cover and cook 10 minutes.
6. Stir in parmesan, cream, and parsley.
7. Slice chicken and mix in with pasta. Serve warm.
Notes
Use freshly grated parmesan for best texture.
Let sauce rest a minute before serving for optimal creaminess.
Food safety: if you cook the chicken yourself, make sure it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), as recommended by the USDA and Health Canada.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: One Pan
- Cuisine: American, Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 665
- Sodium: 1021mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 138mg