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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe
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Indulge in a decadent dinner with this Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a rich, creamy sauce packed with garlic and parmesan cheese, then tossed with perfectly cooked penne pasta. This dish is a comforting and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

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Chicken:

  • 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder 🧄
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Sauce:

  • 3 tbsp butter 🧈
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream 🥛
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese 🧀
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 🧀
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Pasta:

  • 12 oz penne pasta 🍝
  • ½ cup reserved pasta water
  • Fresh parsley for garnish 🌿 (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the penne: Cook penne in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water and drain.
  2. Cook the chicken: Season chicken with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook in olive oil until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. Make the sauce: In the same pan, melt butter. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in flour to form a roux. Slowly whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Add parmesan, mozzarella, and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  4. Combine everything: Add chicken back to pan. Stir in cooked penne and reserved pasta water. Toss until coated.
  5. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and more parmesan if desired.

Notes

  • This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
  • You can customize the dish by adding vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes.
  • For a lighter option, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.

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Keywords: Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken, Chicken Pasta Recipe, Garlic Parmesan Sauce

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