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Creamy Garlic Chicken Penne

A rich and comforting pasta made with juicy chicken, garlic cream sauce, and penne.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Autumn
Servings 4 servings
Calories 520 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Pasta pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Strainer

Ingredients
  

Pasta

  • 12 oz penne pasta

Chicken & Sauce

  • 2 chicken breasts sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.75 cup chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated

Instructions
 

  • Boil penne in salted water until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
  • Season chicken and sear in olive oil until golden and cooked through.
  • Melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  • Add cream and broth. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  • Stir in Parmesan and seasonings.
  • Add pasta and chicken. Toss well.
  • Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.
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