Description
One Pan Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a creamy garlic parmesan sauce, all cooked in one skillet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 680g)
- 8 oz (225g) penne or rotini pasta
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth (480ml)
- 1 cup heavy cream (240ml)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (100g)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (30ml)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional, about 60g)
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook for about 6 minutes per side until golden brown; remove from pan and let rest.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add pasta and chicken broth; bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Step 4: Lower heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Step 5: Slice the rested chicken and return to the skillet along with spinach if using; toss gently to coat with sauce.
- Step 6: Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. To reheat, warm in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of water or broth to keep it creamy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pan
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 620 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 790 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 155 mg
Keywords: one pan chicken pasta, garlic parmesan chicken, creamy pasta, easy dinner