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To make a creamy chicken pasta, you need a few key items. Start with fettuccine pasta; it holds the sauce well. You also need boneless, skinless chicken breasts for the protein. Garlic adds great flavor, and heavy cream gives the dish its creamy texture. Don’t forget chicken broth to enhance the taste. Parmesan cheese makes everything rich and delicious. Lastly, season with salt and pepper.

Creamy Chicken Pasta

Satisfy your cravings with this easy and flavorful creamy chicken pasta recipe! Perfect for busy nights, this dish features tender chicken, rich sauce, and delicious pasta. Discover tips on customizing flavors, adding veggies, and even making it healthier. Impress your family with a meal everyone will love. Ready to create a culinary masterpiece? Click through for the full recipe and dive into this creamy delight!
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Ingredients
  

12 oz. fettuccine pasta

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips

2 tablespoons olive oil

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup chicken broth

1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)

1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

Cook the pasta: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

    Prepare the chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the sliced chicken with salt and pepper. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

      Sauté the garlic: In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium, and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

        Make the sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Add the dried Italian herbs and let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.

          Combine ingredients: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.

            Mix the pasta and chicken: Add the cooked fettuccine and chicken back to the skillet. Toss everything together until well combined and every strand of pasta is coated in the creamy sauce.

              Season to taste: Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

                Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh touch.

                  Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4

                    - Presentation Tips: Serve the creamy chicken pasta in warm bowls, topped with additional grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. A slice of garlic bread on the side will enhance the dish beautifully!