Description
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Cheesy Twisted Pasta is a rich, comforting meal featuring tender chicken breasts tossed with buttery garlic, creamy Parmesan sauce, and perfectly cooked twisted pasta. It’s perfect for family dinners or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or about 1¼ lb chicken thighs)
- 12 oz twisted pasta (rotini, fusilli, or cavatappi)
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1¼ cups heavy cream
- 1½ cups grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook 5–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Remove chicken and set aside. Pour chicken broth into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits.
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
- Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the pasta and sauce. Cook 2–3 minutes more to heat through.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and texture.
- Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American