Description
This One Pot Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Penne is rich, savory, and perfect for busy weeknights. It features tender strips of chicken, penne pasta, and a luscious garlic parmesan cream sauce—cooked all in one pot for flavor-packed ease.
Ingredients
2 large chicken breasts, sliced thin
2 cups penne pasta, uncooked
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
salt and black pepper to taste
optional chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
2. Heat olive oil and half of the butter in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same pan, add the remaining butter. Sauté minced garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Pour in chicken broth and stir to deglaze the pan. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
5. Stir in Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
6. Add penne pasta and ensure it is submerged in the liquid. Cover and cook for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Once pasta is al dente and sauce has thickened, return the chicken to the pan. Simmer for 2–3 more minutes.
8. Garnish with more Parmesan, red pepper flakes, and parsley before serving.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best texture and flavor in the sauce.
Stir the pasta occasionally while simmering to prevent sticking or uneven cooking.
If reheating leftovers, add a splash of cream or broth to bring the sauce back to life.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: creamy pasta, garlic chicken, easy skillet dinner