Creamy Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta

This Creamy Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta is the ultimate comfort food! Tender chicken pieces are tossed with fettuccine in a rich, garlicky parmesan cream sauce, making every bite irresistibly delicious. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or when you want to impress guests with a restaurant-quality meal at home.

Ingredients

• 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 12 ounces fettuccine or spaghetti pasta
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
• 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
2. While the pasta cooks, season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Sprinkle in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute to form a roux.
6. Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
7. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and mozzarella (if using) until melted and the sauce is smooth. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
8. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
9. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
10. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.

Enjoy your creamy chicken garlic parmesan pasta!