One Pot Creamy Parmesan Chicken Pasta
A comforting and easy-to-make creamy pasta dish with chicken and Parmesan, perfect for weeknights or gatherings.
Ingredients
Protein Base
- 1 pound chicken tenderloins or cutlets
Seasoning
- to taste Salt and black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, divided
Creaminess Additions
- 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese adds creaminess
- ¾ cup half and half creates creaminess
- ¾ cup shredded Parmesan cheese finishing touch
Thickening Agent
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour thickening agent
Cooking Components
- 2 teaspoons olive oil cooking fat
- 2 tablespoons butter adds richness
- ½ medium yellow onion, finely diced aromatic base
- 3 cloves garlic, minced flavor enhancer
- 2 cups chicken stock moisture and depth
- 8 ounces dried pasta starch component
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by seasoning the chicken tenderloins or cutlets with salt, black pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning.
- In a large pot or deep skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter melts.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the pot, cooking for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside.
- In the same pot, add the finely diced onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Sprinkle in the flour and the remaining Italian seasoning, stirring to combine.
- Gradually pour in the chicken stock, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Add the half and half and let it come to a gentle simmer.
- Once simmering, stir in the dried pasta.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, stirring occasionally.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pot and mix in the shredded Parmesan cheese.
- Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Notes
You can swap the chicken for shrimp or a vegetarian protein for a lighter meal. If you want a further creamy texture, mix in some additional half and half at the end. Stir the pasta occasionally while it cooks to prevent sticking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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