Description

A quick and comforting dinner idea, this Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta features tender seared chicken tossed in a creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce with pasta. It’s rich, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make — perfect for weeknight meals, date night, or when you just need some comfort food. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner recipes, creamy pasta dishes, or family-friendly meals, this one ticks all the boxes.

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated

1 cup heavy cream

2 tablespoons butter

1 tablespoon olive oil

8 ounces pasta (rotini or penne)

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (optional)

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and let rest before slicing.

2. Boil pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.

3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream, stirring frequently.

4. Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted into a smooth, creamy sauce. Use reserved pasta water to thin if needed.

5. Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until fully coated. Slice the chicken and place over pasta.

6. Sprinkle with parsley and halved cherry tomatoes if using. Serve hot.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.

Always use freshly grated Parmesan for best melting and flavor.

Don’t overcook the garlic — it should be fragrant, not browned.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 610
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 39g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: creamy pasta, garlic chicken pasta, parmesan pasta, easy dinner