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Chicken Pasta Dinner Recipe

This chicken pasta dinner recipe combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta for a comforting meal. It balances rich flavor with simple preparation, making it ideal for busy evenings. Easily customizable, it delivers a satisfying, homemade dish that feels both effortless and delicious every time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz pasta any type
  • 1 tsp salt
Chicken
  • 1 lb chicken breast sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tsp garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
Garnish
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven
  • Pot
  • Skillet
  • Colander
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Boil pasta in salted water until tender yet slightly firm, then drain.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet and cook chicken until golden and fully cooked.
  3. Add garlic and cook briefly until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Pour in cream and cheese, stirring until smooth and slightly thickened.
  5. Combine pasta with sauce and chicken, tossing until evenly coated.
  6. Garnish with parsley and serve warm for best texture.

Notes

Cook pasta less for firmer texture or longer for softer bite. Avoid freezing cream-based sauce as it may separate; freeze chicken separately. Mix gently during assembly to keep texture smooth. Customize flavors with herbs or spices. Store leftovers refrigerated for up to three days and reheat slowly.