Description
Creamy Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a delightful comfort food that comes together in just 30 minutes, making it the ideal choice for busy weeknights. Juicy chicken strips are enveloped in a luxurious, creamy parmesan sauce and tossed with your favorite pasta. The dish is finished with a crunchy panko topping that contrasts beautifully with its rich flavors, ensuring every bite is satisfying. This versatile recipe can easily be adapted to suit your pantry staples, making it perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Serve it with a fresh side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal that will delight everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 400 g dried short pasta (e.g., mafalde or rigatoni)
- 1 small brown onion
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1½ cups thickened cream
- 120 g freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook seasoned chicken until golden and cooked through; remove from skillet.
- Sauté chopped onion in butter until softened, then add minced garlic.
- Stir in flour, then gradually whisk in chicken stock and cream; simmer until thickened.
- Incorporate spinach and parmesan into the sauce, adjusting seasoning to taste.
- Return chicken and pasta to the skillet; toss to coat.
- Toast panko breadcrumbs in melted butter until golden and sprinkle on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg