Garlic and Herb Chicken Pasta
Garlic and Herb Chicken Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that combines hearty pasta, juicy chicken, and aromatic herbs into one delicious and satisfying dish. This recipe is not only flavorful but also incredibly easy to make, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken:
- 2 medium chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- For the Pasta:
- 8 ounces pasta spaghetti, linguine, or penne
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain, reserve ½ cup of pasta water, and set aside.
- Season chicken with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook chicken until golden and fully cooked, about 4-5 minutes per side. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil or butter and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth and stir, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Add heavy cream, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Simmer gently.
- Return chicken to the skillet. Add cooked pasta and toss to coat in the sauce. Add reserved pasta water if needed to adjust the consistency.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and toss until melted.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot. Enjoy!
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