Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta – Creamy One-Pot Dinner
Creamy, garlicky, and loaded with parmesan, this one-pot chicken pasta is an easy and flavorful dinner that’s ready in about 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp butter (plus more as needed)
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3–4 garlic cloves, minced
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2 cups chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
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8 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or bowtie)
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¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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Red pepper flakes (optional)
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Heat oil and butter in a large skillet. Add chicken, season, and cook until golden. Remove and set aside.
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Add garlic to pan and sauté until fragrant.
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Pour in broth and cream. Bring to a simmer.
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Stir in pasta. Cook 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
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Add Parmesan and cooked chicken. Stir until creamy and heated through.
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Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
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Add steamed spinach or broccoli at the end for extra vegetables.
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Use half-and-half or milk for a lighter version.
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Reheats well with a splash of cream or broth.