Creamy Parmesan Chicken Pasta Made From Scratch

A delicious and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, rich cream, and flavorful Parmesan cheese with perfectly cooked pasta.

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Course Main

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

1 pound Chicken Breast Fresh, boneless, and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces.
12 ounces Pasta Your preferred type, such as fettuccine, penne, or spaghetti.
1 cup Heavy Cream For a rich and velvety sauce.
1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for best results.
2-3 cloves Garlic Minced.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin, for sautéing.
to taste Salt For seasoning.
to taste Black Pepper Freshly cracked.
1 handful Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish.

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low and add minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
4. Pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine. Heat through for 2-3 minutes without boiling.
5. Gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. If too thick, add reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
6. Return cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat with sauce. Warm through for 2 minutes.
7. Add drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine. Adjust sauce consistency with more pasta water if needed.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Add chopped parsley and toss.
9. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired.

Consider adding vegetables like spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition. You can also substitute chicken with shrimp or mushrooms for variations.

Keyword Easy