Description
A delicious and creamy chicken pasta recipe that is quick to make and full of flavor.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 30
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
Keywords: chicken pasta recipes, creamy chicken pasta, easy chicken pasta, quick chicken dinner