Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta, a delightful dish that transforms your dinner into a gourmet experience in just 30 minutes. Tender chicken cutlets are perfectly seasoned and sautéed to golden perfection before being tossed with al dente penne pasta in a rich garlic cream sauce. This dish is not only quick and easy but also versatile enough to please even the pickiest eaters. Whether served as a family meal or at a dinner party, this creamy pasta is bound to become a go-to recipe for its comforting flavors and satisfying texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast (cut into thin cutlets)
- 16 ounces penne pasta
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic (pressed)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/3 cup Italian style bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil (as needed)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl. Coat each chicken cutlet with olive oil, then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat olive oil over medium heat in a skillet and cook the chicken cutlets for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in flour, then gradually whisk in heavy cream and chicken broth until smooth. Simmer and add grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce until fully coated, then slice crispy chicken cutlets on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 150mg