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Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta

A rich and creamy pasta dish inspired by Italian dinner recipes, featuring tender chicken and a comforting garlic sauce—perfect for cozy meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • For the Pasta
  • 250 g pasta
  • Water + 1 tsp salt
  • For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted water and drain.
  2. Cook seasoned chicken until golden and set aside.
  3. Sauté garlic in butter until fragrant.
  4. Add cream, milk, and cheese; simmer until thick.
  5. Combine pasta and chicken with sauce and mix well.

Notes

  • Add milk when reheating to keep it creamy
  • Avoid overcooking chicken
  • Fresh garlic enhances flavor
  • Swap protein or add veggies as desired