Description
Indulge in a rich and satisfying meal with this Creamy Garlic Chicken & Penne recipe. Tender chicken and al dente pasta are coated in a luscious garlic parmesan cream sauce, creating a comforting dish that is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Penne Pasta:
- 12 oz penne pasta
Chicken:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the Penne Pasta: Boil penne pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Sauté seasoned chicken pieces until cooked through and browned. Remove from skillet.
- Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce: In the same skillet, cook garlic in butter, add flour, then gradually whisk in milk and cream until thickened. Stir in cheese, seasonings, and return chicken and pasta to coat.
- Finish and Serve: Heat through, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- You can substitute half-and-half for the milk and cream.
- Enhance with steamed broccoli, spinach, or sun-dried tomatoes.
- This dish reheats well with a splash of milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
