Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Creamy parmesan chicken pasta is a fantastic weeknight meal that's also great for date night! You'll love this pasta dish with zesty garlic, sharp and salty parmesan cheese, and a hint of Italian seasoning.
Servings 4
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
For the Pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced about 2 teaspoons
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped optional
Instructions
Chicken
- Season the chicken with with salt, pepper, and seasonings. Toss to coat.2 boneless, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.2 tablespoons olive oil
- Add the chicken to the skillet. Cook 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently to ensure the chicken pieces are browned on all sides.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. Sprinkle chicken with parmesan cheese.1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Pasta and Sauce
- While the chicken is cooking, cook the pasta according to the instructions on the package of pasta.8 oz fettuccine
- In the same skillet used for the chicken, melt butter over medium heat.2 tablespoons butter
- Add the garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant and lightly golden.2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Add in the sauce ingredients and cook for 5 minutes to thicken, stirring constantly.1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Taste the sauce and add additional seasoning as desired.
- Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat.
- Add in the chicken on top of the pasta.
- Garnish with additional parmesan and fresh parsley if desired.1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Notes
Shortcut
For a faster version, use shredded chicken or rotisserie chicken seasoned with the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and parmesan cheese called for the chicken section of the recipe card.