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Crispy One-Pan Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

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An easy and delicious one-pan meal featuring crispy chicken breasts and creamy garlic Parmesan pasta cooked together for a comforting dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin cutlets or strips
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 8 ounces uncooked penne or rigatoni pasta
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (dried oregano, basil, thyme blend)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • A handful fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken dry and slice into 1/2 inch thick cutlets. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook without moving for 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy on one side. Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes until cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the same pan, scraping up browned bits. Stir constantly for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant but not burnt.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle boil. Add uncooked pasta, stir to combine, ensuring pasta is submerged. Cover and simmer on medium-low, stirring occasionally, for 12-15 minutes until pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
  5. Return chicken to the pan, nestling it into the pasta. Stir in Parmesan cheese and butter. Stir gently until cheese melts and sauce thickens slightly. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top and serve immediately while chicken is crispy and pasta creamy.

Notes

If sauce is too thick, add a splash more broth or cream. If too thin, simmer uncovered to reduce. Avoid burning garlic by stirring constantly and monitoring heat. Pat chicken dry and avoid overcrowding pan for best crispiness. Add cheese off heat to prevent grainy sauce.

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Keywords: one-pan, garlic Parmesan, chicken pasta, easy dinner, weeknight meal, creamy pasta, crispy chicken

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