Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add your chosen pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water before draining. Drain the pasta and set aside.8 ounces pasta
- While the pasta is cooking, season the chicken pieces generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, to taste salt, to taste freshly ground black pepper
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic. If using, add a pinch of red pepper flakes at this stage.4 cloves garlic, pinch red pepper flakes
- Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for about 1-2 minutes to reduce slightly.1/2 cup chicken broth
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, to taste salt, to taste freshly ground black pepper
- Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet with the sauce. Then, add the drained pasta. Toss everything together gently until the pasta and chicken are evenly coated in the creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 8 ounces pasta, to taste salt, to taste freshly ground black pepper
- Stir in the fresh parsley. Serve the Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta immediately, garnished with extra grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of black pepper, if desired.1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, to taste freshly ground black pepper
Notes
Allow the Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta to cool completely before storing. Place the leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate. The pasta will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. To reheat, you can gently warm the pasta in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of milk or chicken broth to loosen the sauce. Alternatively, microwave individual portions until heated through, stirring halfway. While pasta dishes are best enjoyed fresh, you can freeze portions of Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta. Ensure it's completely cooled, then transfer to freezer-safe containers or bags. It can be frozen for up to 1-2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Note that the creaminess of the sauce may slightly change texture after freezing and thawing.
