Creamy Italian Chicken Pasta
A creamy and flavorful Italian chicken pasta dish made all in one skillet, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 640kcal
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2–3 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt & pepper
For the sauce and pasta
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 box (16 oz) pasta (penne, rotini, or your favorite)
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
For garnishing
- Optional chopped parsley or red pepper flakes for garnish
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the diced chicken and season with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through (about 5–6 minutes).
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in the uncooked pasta. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and let simmer for about 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in the parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Garnish with parsley or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired. Serve hot!
Notes
Add spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, or mushrooms for extra flavor and texture. For a spicy kick, toss in some crushed red pepper or Cajun seasoning. Pairs beautifully with garlic bread or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 640kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Sodium: 800mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g