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Garlic and Creamy Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Garlic and Parmesan Creamy Chicken Pasta (One-Pan Recipe)

A creamy, garlicky, and comforting chicken pasta made in just one pan. With juicy chicken, rich Parmesan sauce, and perfectly tender tagliatelle, this recipe is the ultimate easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
 
 

For the Chicken:
  • 300-350 g chicken breast thinly sliced or cubed
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
For Sauce base:
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 3-4 garlic cloves
  • 1 small red onion finely chopped
For Cream sauce:
  • 1 cup soya cream or coconut cream
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • salt, to taste
  • 1/4 tsp chili flakes Optional, for a hint of spice
For the pasta:
  • 200 g tagliatelle or fettucine
  • 1 1/4 cups hot water as needed during cooking
Finishing:
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet or sauté pan
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Cook the Chicken
    In a large deep skillet or sauté pan, heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
    Season chicken with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
    Add to the pan and cook for 5–7 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and fully cooked.
    Remove from the pan and set aside.
  2. Sauté Garlic & Onion
    In the same pan, reduce heat to medium.
    Add 1 tbsp butter, then minced garlic and chopped red onion.
    Sauté for 2–3 minutes, until fragrant and translucent (but not browned).
  3. Make the Cream Sauce
    Pour in the soya cream (or coconut cream).
    Stir in:
    ½ tsp paprika
    ½ tsp Italian seasoning
    Salt, to taste
    Let it gently bubble for a minute to combine the flavors.
  4. Add the Pasta
    Add dry tagliatelle or fettuccine directly into the pan.
    Stir well to coat in the sauce.
    Pour in 300–400 ml (1¼–1⅔ cups) of hot water, just enough to cover or partially submerge the pasta.
    Stir, then cover with a lid and let simmer over medium-low heat for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
    Tip: If sauce thickens too much before pasta is fully cooked, add more hot water, ¼ cup at a time.
  5. Add Parmesan & Chicken
    Once the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened, stir in:
    Grated Parmesan cheese
    Cooked chicken pieces
    Simmer for another 1–2 minutes, uncovered, to allow everything to meld together.
  6. Garnish & Serve
    Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
    Top with chopped fresh parsley.
    Serve hot and creamy — ideally with extra Parmesan on the side!

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 14gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 723mgPotassium: 1302mgFiber: 14gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 6944IUVitamin C: 85mgCalcium: 160mgIron: 4mg

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