Parmesan Chicken Creamy Pasta (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Chicken
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1 lb of boneless, skinless chunks of chicken (breast or thigh) for juicy bites
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3 cloves of garlic, chopped finely for loads of flavor
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3 tbsp of butter (save one for later)
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1 tsp paprika for bold color and taste
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1/4 tsp crushed pepper flakes for a little heat (optional)
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1 tbsp freshly chopped parsley for a nice touch
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly cracked
→ For the Creamy Pasta
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8 oz of your favorite pasta—penne and fettuccine are great picks
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2 cups of heavy cream for richness
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1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly shredded
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1 tbsp olive oil to keep things smooth
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1/4 tsp ground nutmeg for subtle warm notes (optional)
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp fresh black pepper
# Preparation Steps:
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Boil your pasta in salted water until just tender. Save half a cup of that water before draining—it makes your sauce perfectly smooth!
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Combine paprika, salt, pepper, and chili flakes if you want some spice, and coat your chicken with these. Heat butter in a pan, toss in the chicken, and sear until golden all over.
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Melt a spoonful of butter with finely minced garlic in the skillet, letting those amazing smells fill your kitchen. Let the chicken soak it all up, then set it aside while you prep the sauce.
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Back to the same skillet—don’t waste that flavor! Add olive oil and another spoon of butter. Pour in the heavy cream and mix in garlic powder, salt, pepper, and, if you’re adventurous, nutmeg. Let it all bubble gently until it thickens.
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Add the Parmesan bit by bit, stirring as it melts into the sauce. If it feels too thick, a splash of that reserved pasta water will fix it.
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Toss the pasta into the creamy sauce until every piece is well-coated. Place the garlic-tossed chicken on top, sprinkle fresh parsley all over, and serve up like a pro!
# Additional Tips:
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This dish combines velvety pasta with perfectly seasoned chicken for a classic indulgent meal.
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Don’t forget that reserved starchy pasta water—it makes the sauce the perfect texture!