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A bowl of creamy garlic parmesan chicken pasta topped with chopped parsley and grated parmesan cheese.

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

This recipe makes a creamy garlic parmesan chicken pasta that is easy to prepare with minimal ingredients and cleanup. It is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a comforting and flavorful meal without the fuss.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Chicken Breast boneless, skinless, cut into thin strips
  • 2 teaspoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup Milk any kind will work
  • 1/4 cup Parsley finely chopped, divided
  • 2 cups Chicken stock or broth
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced or grated
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black pepper
  • 10 ounces Uncooked Dry Pasta any dry pasta will work

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Medium mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Cut the chicken into thin strips about 2 inches long. Season with ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper. Chop the parsley. Peel and mince or grate the garlic.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the parmesan cheese and milk. Whisk in the cornstarch. Add the chicken stock and most of the parsley (save some for garnish). Whisk until smooth.
  3. Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat and add a tablespoon of salt. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining. Set the pasta aside.
  4. Preheat a large skillet or frying pan over high heat. Add the olive oil and the chicken strips in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes until browned on one side, then flip and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  5. Turn the heat to low. Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the chicken and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the prepared sauce mixture and stir continuously as it thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the chicken and sauce. Toss to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency. Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining parsley.

Notes

This recipe is designed for simplicity and speed. You can adjust the amount of garlic and parmesan to your preference. Ensure the chicken is cooked through before adding the sauce to avoid undercooked meat.

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