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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: Easy One-Pan Recipe

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A rich and velvety one-pan pasta dish with golden chicken, creamy garlic parmesan sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta. Ready in 30 minutes, this restaurant-quality meal is perfect for busy weeknights and uses simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total), sliced in half horizontally
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika (smoked or regular)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream (room temperature)
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine, broken in half
  • 2 cups water
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Extra Parmesan for serving

Instructions

  1. Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally to create four thin cutlets. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once shimmering, place chicken cutlets in the pan (work in batches if needed). Cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet and scrape up brown bits. Add minced garlic and cook for 30-45 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 2 minutes. Slowly stir in heavy cream, dried thyme, and red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Add broken pasta and 2 cups of water to the sauce. Stir to combine, ensuring pasta is mostly submerged. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring every 3-4 minutes.
  6. Once pasta is al dente, remove lid. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Slice cooked chicken into strips and nestle into the skillet. Warm through for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve immediately.

Notes

Don’t rush the garlic—medium heat prevents burning. Always grate fresh Parmesan; pre-shredded cheese can make sauce grainy. Let chicken rest before slicing to keep juices in. Stir pasta often to prevent sticking. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of warm water or broth. Use room temperature cream to avoid sauce seizing.

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