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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta Ready in 30 Minutes

This creamy and flavorful pasta dish combines juicy chicken, garlic, and Parmesan in a rich sauce—all ready in 30 minutes. A viral hit that’s perfect for weeknights!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Pasta
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 680
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces boneless chicken breasts sliced into strips
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese preferably fresh
  • 8 oz pasta penne, rigatoni, or spaghetti
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Optional Garnishes
  • chopped parsley
  • extra grated Parmesan

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Season sliced chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  4. Add heavy cream and cream cheese. Stir until cream cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
  5. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and incorporated into the sauce.
  6. Meanwhile, cook pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  7. Combine cooked pasta and chicken in the skillet with sauce. Toss everything together. Add reserved pasta water if needed to loosen sauce.
  8. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve hot.

Notes

Customize by adding Cajun spices, veggies, or using rotisserie chicken for speed. Leftovers keep well for up to 3 days in the fridge. Reheat with a splash of milk.