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Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta in a meal prep container with fresh herbs

Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta

A comforting and hearty dish featuring creamy sauce with seasoned chicken thighs and farfalle pasta, perfect for meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 3 pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs lean protein
  • ¾ tbsp smoked sweet paprika deep flavor
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning herb blend
  • ¾ tsp salt enhances flavor
  • ¼ tsp black pepper adds warmth

For the Sauce

  • 1 tbsp sun dried tomato oil adds richness
  • 2 tbsp butter for richness
  • 2 tbsp dried shallots sweet onion flavor
  • 2 tbsp minced garlic aromatic base
  • 1 tbsp minced onion sweetness
  • 3 tbsp Bob's Red Mill 1:1 gluten free flour thickening agent
  • 2 cups chicken broth savory liquid
  • 1 cup heavy cream for creaminess
  • 1 cup shredded parmesan sharp flavor
  • ¼ cup diced sun dried tomatoes sweet, tangy addition
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste intensifies tomato flavor
  • 1 cup diced spinach adds color and nutrition
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning extra herb flavor
  • ½ tsp smoked sweet paprika deep flavor
  • ½ tsp salt balances flavor
  • Chopped fresh basil for garnish freshness

For the Pasta

  • 12 oz farfalle pasta provides texture

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Season the chicken thighs with smoked sweet paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, heat the sun dried tomato oil. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken, let rest, then melt butter in the skillet and sauté shallots, garlic, and onion until translucent.
  • Stir in gluten-free flour to form a roux. Cook for about a minute until slightly golden.

Cooking the Sauce

  • Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth and thickened, about 2–3 minutes.
  • Add heavy cream and stir gently, allowing the sauce to thicken.
  • Mix in parmesan cheese, sun dried tomatoes, tomato paste, and spinach until cheese melts and spinach wilts.

Combining

  • Slice the rested chicken and return to the skillet, mixing with the sauce.
  • Cook the farfalle pasta according to package instructions, then drain.
  • Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with the creamy garlic sauce. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  • Stir in additional seasonings before serving.

Serving

  • Serve warm, garnished with chopped fresh basil.

Notes

This dish is great for meal prep, storing well in the refrigerator and reheating nicely. Adjust seasoning as needed for personal taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
Keyword comfort food, Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta, High Protein Dinner, meal prep, quick dinner
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