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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Cheesy Twisted Pasta 

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Cheesy Twisted Pasta 

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Cheesy Twisted Pasta brings comfort food to your dinner table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 650 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet or sauté pan
  • Medium saucepan for pasta
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Colander
  • Tongs
  • Meat thermometer

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 12 oz twisted pasta rotini or fusilli
  • 1 tablespoon salt for pasta water
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

Instructions
 

  • Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side.
  • Remove chicken and let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Slice chicken into strips and set aside.
  • Cook twisted pasta according to package directions until tender.
  • Drain pasta and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
  • Add butter to the same skillet used for chicken.
  • Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Pour in heavy cream and bring to gentle simmer.
  • Add Parmesan cheese and whisk until smooth and melted.
  • Stir in mozzarella cheese until completely melted and creamy.
  • Add Italian seasoning and mix well into sauce.
  • Return sliced chicken to the skillet with sauce.
  • Add cooked pasta and toss everything together gently.
  • Use pasta water to thin sauce if needed.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving immediately.

Notes

  1. Pound chicken evenly This ensures uniform cooking and prevents dry spots.
  2. Don't overcook the chicken Use a meat thermometer to check 165°F internal temperature.
  3. Save pasta water The starch helps bind the sauce to pasta perfectly.
  4. Use fresh Parmesan Freshly grated cheese melts better than pre-shredded varieties.
  5. Add cheese gradually This prevents the sauce from becoming lumpy or breaking.
Keyword Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Cheesy Twisted Pasta