A creamy, high-protein pasta skillet featuring seared chicken, garlic, parmesan, and a rich sauce—all made in one pan for a quick and hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter, divided
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups short pasta (penne or rotini)
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Fresh parsley or basil, chopped
Instructions
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
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Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
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Sear chicken until browned and cooked through, about 6 minutes. Set aside.
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Lower heat to medium, add remaining butter, and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
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Pour in broth and scrape up browned bits from the pan.
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Add pasta, cover, and cook 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Stir in cream and parmesan until melted and smooth.
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Return chicken to skillet and mix everything together.
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Adjust seasonings and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve hot.