Description
A creamy and indulgent pasta dish featuring tender chicken in a rich sauce, perfect for a romantic dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
For a spicier version, increase the red pepper flakes. Pair with garlic bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 32g