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one pot garlic parmesan chicken pasta
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This One Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Swirl is a quick and easy weeknight dinner that cooks entirely in one pot, minimizing cleanup. It features a creamy parmesan sauce, tender chicken, and a vibrant sun-dried tomato swirl for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 400g (14oz) Penne Pasta: Choose a short pasta shape for even cooking.
- 2 Tbsp (30ml) Olive Oil: Use extra virgin for rich flavor.
- 500g (1.1lb) Chicken Breast, Diced: Dice into 1-inch pieces.
- 4 Cloves Garlic, Minced: Freshly minced is best.
- 1 tsp (5g) Salt: Kosher or sea salt recommended.
- ½ tsp Black Pepper: Freshly ground for robust flavor.
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano: Or Italian seasoning.
- 1 cup (240ml) Chicken Broth: Low-sodium is preferred.
- 1 cup (240ml) Water: Helps create the sauce.
- 1 cup (240ml) Heavy Cream: For a rich sauce; half-and-half can be substituted.
- ½ cup (50g) Grated Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated, halal-certified if needed.
- ¼ cup (40g) Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Pureed: Blended for even flavor distribution.
- 2 Tbsp (30g) Toasted Pine Nuts: Enhance flavor by toasting.
- 2 Tbsp (8g) Fresh Basil, Chopped: Bright, herbaceous finish.
- ¼ tsp Red Pepper Flakes (optional): For a subtle kick.
Instructions
- Sauté Chicken: Brown diced chicken in olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- Bloom Aromatics: Sauté minced garlic and oregano until fragrant.
- Combine & Simmer: Add pasta, broth, and water; bring to a boil, then simmer until pasta is *al dente*.
- Add Chicken & Sauce: Return chicken to pot, add cream and parmesan; whisk until smooth.
- Swirl & Thicken: Stir in sun-dried tomato puree and simmer to thicken.
- Season & Serve: Adjust seasoning and serve with pine nuts and basil.
Notes
For best results, use freshly grated parmesan cheese and toast the pine nuts before adding them to the dish. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: pasta,chicken,one pot,parmesan,garlic,sun-dried tomato,easy,dinner,weeknight
