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Creamy Chicken Pasta

A quick and delicious creamy pasta dish with tender chicken, fragrant rosemary, and rich Parmesan, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Protein
  • 8 ounces 8 ounces of pasta (your choice: penne, fettuccine, or rotini)
  • 1 pound 1 pound chicken breast, diced
Base Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup 1 cup chicken broth
Flavorings
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1/3 teaspoon dried rosemary)
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add your pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sautéing the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Adding Garlic and Creating the Sauce
  1. Once the chicken is perfectly cooked, toss in the minced garlic. Stir for about 1 minute, letting that delicious aroma fill your kitchen.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Raise the heat slightly, letting it come to a gentle simmer. Add in the chopped rosemary and Parmesan cheese, stirring until everything's combined and creamy.
Combining and Serving
  1. Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet and mix well. If the sauce feels too thick, add a little more chicken broth until it reaches your desired consistency.
  2. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if you’re feeling fancy.

Notes

To avoid overcooked pasta, set a timer and taste a minute or so before it's done. If the sauce looks lumpy, just give it a good stir. Leftover chicken can be used to skip the cooking step.