Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Cheesy Twisted Pasta Recipe
Indulge in the creamy decadence of this delicious Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Cheesy Twisted Pasta. Tender chicken strips atop perfectly cooked rotini pasta coated in a luscious garlic Parmesan cream sauce – a true comfort food delight!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying, Boiling, Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
For the Pasta:
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
For the Sauce:
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Trim and pat dry the chicken breasts. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning on both sides.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and let it rest.
- Cook the Pasta: Boil rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and toss with butter.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds. Add heavy cream, simmer for 3-4 minutes. Stir in Parmesan until smooth.
- Finish and Serve: Slice the chicken into strips. Toss the pasta in the sauce until fully coated. Plate the pasta, top with sliced chicken, drizzle with extra sauce, and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 590 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken, Cheesy Twisted Pasta, Comfort Food, Creamy Pasta Recipe
