Weeknight • Pasta
Creamy Chicken and Herb Pasta
This indulgent yet simple creamy chicken and herb pasta is a cozy dish that comes together effortlessly.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Level
- Weeknight
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When you're craving something comforting, rich, and absolutely delicious, this Creamy Chicken and Herb Pasta is calling your name! Tender chicken, perfectly al dente pasta, and a luscious herb-infused cream sauce create a dish that feels fancy but is surprisingly easy to master. It's the perfect weeknight indulgence!
Ingredients
Yield: 4 servings
Main
- 12 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Preparation
Step 1
Cook pasta according to package directions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
Step 2
While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
Step 3
Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Pour in the white wine (or 1/2 cup chicken broth), scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Step 5
Stir in the remaining 1 cup chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer. Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
Step 6
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the drained pasta and toss to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash or two of the reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
Step 7
Stir in fresh parsley and chives. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately, topped with extra Parmesan cheese.
Tips
- Using good quality fresh herbs makes a big difference in this dish. Don't skip them!
- If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of dried mixed herbs added with the garlic and onion.
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