Parmesan Garlic Chicken Pasta Skillet
A creamy and flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender chicken breasts, garlic, and pasta tossed in a rich parmesan sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper.
Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
Add the uncooked penne pasta, dried Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and cover the skillet.
Simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese and unsalted butter, stirring until the cheese and butter melt into a creamy sauce.
Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.