Creamy Chicken Pasta Recipe
This creamy chicken pasta recipe is a comforting and delicious meal perfect for any night of the week. Tender chicken and pasta are coated in a rich and flavorful sauce, making it a crowd-pleaser!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 pound pasta (penne or similar)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- teaspoon salt
- teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add onion and garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce. Toss to coat.
- Stir in parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Enjoy this delicious and easy creamy chicken pasta! Feel free to add vegetables like mushrooms or spinach.