Description

Craving something rich, creamy, and totally satisfying? This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken is the ultimate comfort food. Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are smothered in a silky garlic parmesan cream sauce, then tossed with pasta for a complete meal. It’s a quick dinner, perfect for busy weeknights, yet elegant enough for guests. This easy recipe delivers bold flavor, minimal cleanup, and maximum indulgence. Whether you’re looking for dinner ideas, a cozy weekend treat, or a crowd-pleasing food idea, this dish checks every box.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breasts, sliced thin

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

8 oz rotini pasta (or pasta of choice)

2 tablespoons chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Set aside.

3. In the same pan, reduce heat to medium and add garlic. Sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.

4. Pour in the heavy cream, scraping up brown bits from the pan. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.

5. Stir in grated Parmesan until melted and the sauce thickens. Taste and adjust seasoning.

6. Meanwhile, cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.

7. Toss pasta into the sauce and mix well. Add a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.

8. Slice the chicken and return to the pan or place on top. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

For best results, use freshly grated Parmesan—it melts better and keeps the sauce smooth.

Don’t skip seasoning your pasta water—it’s crucial for flavor.

If the sauce thickens too much, stir in reserved pasta water or a splash of milk when reheating.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 620
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 520mg
Fat: 36g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 140mg

Keywords: creamy garlic parmesan chicken, easy dinner, quick dinner, comfort food, chicken pasta, one pan recipe