A lighter take on creamy pasta, this Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta features seared chicken, tender noodles, and a savory garlic-Parmesan sauce. A healthy and satisfying option for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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8 oz whole wheat or gluten-free pasta
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan
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1 cup low-fat or almond milk
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½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Optional: red pepper flakes, parsley, lemon wedges
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water and drain.
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Slice and season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
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Heat oil in a skillet. Cook chicken until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
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In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant.
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Add chicken broth and deglaze the pan. Pour in milk and stir in Parmesan gradually.
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Mix in the cooked pasta and chicken. Stir to combine. Use pasta water to adjust thickness.
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Simmer briefly. Garnish with parsley and extra cheese. Serve warm.