Description
One Pan Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a creamy, comforting meal made in a single skillet. Juicy seared chicken is paired with tender pasta in a velvety garlic-Parmesan sauce—perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
8 oz penne or rotini pasta
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Sear chicken in the skillet for about 6 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add uncooked pasta and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente.
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes creamy.
- Slice rested chicken and return it to the skillet. Stir in spinach (if using) until wilted and everything is heated through.
- Serve warm with extra Parmesan on top if desired.
Notes
Swap chicken for shrimp or sausage for a flavorful variation.
Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
Add sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
Use vegetable broth and skip the chicken for a vegetarian version.
Store leftovers up to 3 days and reheat with a splash of broth or water.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
