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Chicken Parmesan recipe

Garlic Parmesan Chicken

A rich, creamy, and flavorful one-pan pasta dish featuring tender, seasoned chicken in a velvety garlic parmesan sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this quick and easy meal is ready in just 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 Searving
Course: Chicken, Pasta, dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • :For the Chicken:
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (butterflied or pounded to 1/2-inch thickness)
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
  • For the Pasta & Sauce:
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1/2 jumbo yellow onion diced (about 1 cup)
  • 4-6 large cloves garlic minced
  • 8 oz dry penne pasta regular, gluten-free, or high-protein
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt & black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Chef’s knife
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 Tongs

Method
 

  1. 1️⃣ Season and Sear the Chicken
  2. If the chicken breasts are thick, butterfly or pound them to about 1/2-inch thickness.
  3. Mix Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Pat the chicken dry and coat both sides with the seasoning blend.
  4. Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside to rest. Once cooled, slice into strips.
  6. 2️⃣ Sauté Aromatics & Deglaze the Pan
  7. Reduce heat to medium-low and add 1 tbsp butter + 1 tbsp avocado oil to the same pan.
  8. Add diced onion, season with a pinch of salt, and cook for about 3 minutes until translucent.
  9. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  10. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the bottom of the pan to deglaze.
  11. 3️⃣ Cook the Pasta in One Pan
  12. Bring broth to a light boil, then add dry penne pasta. Stir to distribute evenly.
  13. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente. Add extra broth if needed.
  14. 4️⃣ Create the Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce
  15. Turn off heat before adding dairy to prevent curdling.
  16. Stir in heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and parsley. Mix until cheese melts and sauce is smooth.
  17. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  18. 5️⃣ Bring It All Together & Serve
  19. Add sliced chicken back into the pan and toss everything together.
  20. Serve immediately with extra parmesan and fresh parsley. Enjoy!

Notes

Pro Tips:✔️ Use freshly grated parmesan for the best creamy texture.✔️ Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain juiciness.✔️ Cooking the pasta in broth adds extra depth of flavor.✔️ Turn off heat before adding dairy to prevent curdling.✔️ Adjust sauce thickness with extra broth or cream as needed.