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Creamy Chicken Pasta Dinner

A rich and comforting pasta dish featuring tender chicken and a creamy parmesan garlic sauce. Perfect for family dinners, cozy nights, or easy weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Base
  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups diced cooked chicken
  • Filling
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Topping
  • ¼ cup parsley
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese
  • Black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add cream and milk, then simmer until slightly thickened.
  4. Stir in parmesan cheese and seasonings until smooth.
  5. Toss pasta and chicken with the sauce and cook for 2–3 minutes.

Notes

  • Add spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Add a splash of milk when reheating.
  • Fresh parmesan improves texture and flavor.