Description
A simple and quick chicken pasta recipe perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Made in one pot for easy cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken , diced
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add pasta and cook according to package instructions.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- You can use any short pasta shape.
- Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms if desired.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: chicken pasta recipes easy quick dinner one pot meals