Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces pasta of your choice (e.g., penne or fettuccine)
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for a lighter option)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and sauté minced garlic and diced onion until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Add Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes, and let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken and pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Cook for 2 additional minutes to meld flavors.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top, letting it melt. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Customize with vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: pasta, chicken, creamy sauce, one-pot meal, easy dinner