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Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of Cheddar Parmesan Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Penne Pasta. This dish combines tender seared chicken, a luscious garlic butter sauce, and a decadent mix of cheddar and Parmesan cheeses for a truly satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the pasta:
- 12 oz penne pasta
For the chicken:
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into chunks
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta: Boil penne until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare chicken: Season chicken and cook in butter until golden and cooked through.
- Garlic butter base: Cook minced garlic in butter until fragrant.
- Build the sauce: Add chicken broth, heavy cream, cheddar, and Parmesan to the skillet, whisk until creamy.
- Finish pasta: Combine chicken, pasta, and sauce in the skillet, adjust seasoning.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: Cheddar Parmesan Garlic Butter Chicken, Creamy Penne Pasta, Comfort Food, Easy Recipe