Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta, a delightful dish that can be made in just 30 minutes. This one-pot wonder features tender penne pasta enveloped in a rich cream sauce, topped with crispy chicken cutlets that are golden and flavorful. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this pasta dish is sure to impress your family and friends with its savory garlic and cheesy notes. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins to make it uniquely yours. With minimal cleanup required, you’ll have more time to enjoy your delicious meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 16 ounces penne pasta
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Grated parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup Italian style bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more as needed)
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- Coat chicken cutlets in olive oil and dredge in a breadcrumb-parmesan mixture.
- Sauté chicken in a skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic before adding flour to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir in parmesan until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta with sauce and serve topped with crispy chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg