Delicious Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Cheesy Twisted Pasta
Savor the comfort of golden seared chicken breasts bathed in a creamy garlic parmesan sauce, paired with cheesy rotini pasta that cradles every drop of flavor. This quick dinner idea combines rich, savory notes with a touch of freshness from parsley, making it perfect for family meals or dinner parties. With its easy recipe steps and hearty appeal, it’s a guaranteed favorite for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 8 ounces rotini pasta
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat, sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium, add garlic, sauté for 30 seconds.
- Pour in cream, scrape pan, stir in parmesan until smooth. Adjust seasoning.
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente, drain, toss with mozzarella.
- Return chicken to sauce, simmer 3–4 minutes.
- Serve pasta topped with chicken and sauce, garnish with parsley.
Notes
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for subtle heat. For extra creaminess, stir in a tablespoon of cream cheese with the parmesan.
Nutrition
Calories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 720mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg
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