Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a comforting and delicious dish perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This creamy pasta recipe features tender chicken coated in crispy breadcrumbs, combined with a rich garlic parmesan sauce that clings beautifully to each penne piece. In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a flavorful meal that will please even the pickiest eaters at your table. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or entertaining guests, this dish is sure to impress. Plus, it’s versatile enough to allow for your favorite vegetables or protein swaps, making it a go-to recipe you’ll want to prepare again and again!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1/3 cup Italian style bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 16 ounces penne pasta (uncooked)
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Pressed garlic (4 cloves)
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, pound the chicken breasts into thin cutlets and coat them with a mixture of bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and salt.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden brown on both sides; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, add pressed garlic, then stir in flour to create a roux.
- Gradually mix in chicken broth and bring to simmer; add heavy cream and parmesan cheese until melted.
- Toss the drained pasta with the sauce and serve with sliced chicken on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg