One-Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
This comforting dish combines the rich tastes of garlic and Parmesan cheese with tender chicken and pasta, all cooked together in a single pot for an easy and satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Use freshly grated for best results
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large pot or skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Once the pasta is cooked, reduce the heat and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For a bit more flavor, consider adding vegetables like spinach or peas towards the end of cooking. Adjust seasonings to taste.