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Indulgent Chicken Pasta with Rich Cream Sauce

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A comforting and indulgent chicken pasta dish featuring tender chicken and al dente pasta coated in a silky, rich cream sauce with garlic, Parmesan, and herbs.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 8 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or linguine)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or basil (optional)
  • 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach (optional)
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Remove and slice.
  3. In the same skillet, add more oil or butter and sauté garlic and any optional ingredients (mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes) until fragrant, about 1–2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer, and stir in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Return sliced chicken to the skillet and stir to coat in the sauce.
  6. Add the cooked pasta and toss until well combined and heated through.
  7. If using spinach, stir in until wilted. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Notes

  • Use pasta shapes with ridges to hold more sauce.
  • For a lighter version, use half-and-half and less Parmesan.
  • This dish is best fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat gently with a splash of cream or milk to maintain creaminess.
  • Swap chicken with shrimp or mushrooms for a variation.

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