Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Penne with Parmesan is a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken, rich garlic butter, and a creamy Parmesan sauce, creating an indulgent yet comforting meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this pasta dish is not only quick to prepare but also sure to be a hit with the entire family. In just 35 minutes, you can enjoy a plate of creamy goodness that’s both satisfying and deliciously flavorful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 ½ lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- 1 ¾ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, reserving ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning. Cook until golden-brown and cooked through.
- Add remaining butter and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant. Stir in flour to create a smooth base.
- Gradually add chicken broth while stirring continuously; let thicken slightly before adding heavy cream.
- Mix in Parmesan and mozzarella until melted. Toss in cooked penne and chicken, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg