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Parmesan Garlic Chicken with Pasta

Parmesan Garlic Chicken with Pasta

This indulgent Parmesan Garlic Chicken with Pasta is crafted with flavorful chicken and a rich, velvety sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • large braiser
  • Meat mallet

Ingredients
  

CHICKEN + SPICES

  • 2 medium chicken breasts approx. 20 ounces
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • Olive oil for drizzling

PASTA

  • 16 oz. penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 large shallot chopped (about ½-3/4 cup)
  • 4-6 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 0.25 cup flour
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups half and half or milk whisked with 1 TBS cornstarch or evaporated milk mixed with 2 tsps cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder, crushed cubes, or base
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon pepper
  • 1.5 cups FRESHLY grated Parmesan cheese packed (use micro grater)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish, optional
  • Fresh lemon juice optional

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Cook pasta in heavily salted water until al dente. Reserve one cup of pasta water before draining. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  • Slice the chicken through the equator to create four fillets. Cover with plastic wrap and pound to tenderize.
  • Whisk the Chicken Spices together. Pat chicken dry, drizzle with olive oil, and coat with spices. Let it rest.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large braiser over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked to 160°F. Rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing.
  • Melt two tablespoons of butter in the chicken drippings. Sauté shallots for 3-4 minutes until tender. Add garlic and red pepper, cooking for an additional 30 seconds. Sprinkle in flour and cook for 1 minute.
  • Reduce heat, whisk in chicken broth and half-and-half until smooth. Stir in chicken bouillon and spices. Simmer until thickened.
  • Reduce heat, stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
  • Stir in pasta and chicken. Add reserved pasta water if needed to reach desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste, garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg
Keyword chicken recipe, Comfort Food, Garlic Chicken, Italian Pasta, Parmesan Garlic Chicken, pasta
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