Description
Creamy Chicken Pasta is a delightful, comforting dish that combines tender chicken with a luscious cream sauce, enveloping your favorite pasta. This recipe strikes the perfect balance between richness and flavor, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. With its creamy texture and savory notes, it’s sure to become a cherished family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large boneless skinless chicken breast
- ¼ cup flour
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup grape juice
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 ¼ cups half-and-half
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- ½ lb. pasta (any kind)
- Salt/pepper
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon EACH: onion powder, garlic salt, oregano, basil, mustard powder, parsley (all dried seasonings)
- 1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Remove from heat and let rest before slicing.
- In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant. Whisk in flour to create a roux, cooking for about 2 minutes.
- Gradually add grape juice, half-and-half, and chicken broth while whisking until combined. Crumble in bouillon cube.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in cheeses until melted and creamy. Incorporate dried seasonings.
- Add cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg