Description
A quick and delicious creamy garlic chicken penne pasta perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken, garlic, and penne pasta in a rich creamy sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken cubes and cook until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens.
- Add cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to coat.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly grated parmesan for best flavor
- Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms if desired
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 2-3 days
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: creamy garlic chicken penne, easy pasta recipe, weeknight dinner