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Creamy Chicken Pasta Dinner

A rich and creamy pasta dinner with tender chicken and a flavorful garlic parmesan sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, and cozy gatherings.
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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 cooked diced 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.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add cream and milk, simmering until slightly thick.
  4. Stir in parmesan cheese and herbs until smooth.
  5. Add pasta and chicken, mixing until coated in sauce.

Notes

  • Add spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Add milk when reheating to restore creamy texture.
  • Fresh parmesan improves flavor and consistency.