Sticky Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skillet Pasta
Whip up irresistible Sticky Garlic Parmesan Chicken Skillet Pasta in 25 minutes! A creamy delight that’s perfect for any occasion—try it today!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and reserve some starchy water.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear in the skillet until golden brown (5–7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and tent with foil.
- In the same skillet, lower heat and add minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add chicken broth and heavy cream; bring to a gentle simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Return sliced chicken and cooked penne pasta to the skillet; toss gently until everything is coated in the sauce. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 120mg