Creamy Chicken Pasta

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Creamy Chicken Pasta with Fettuccine: A Comforting and Delicious Meal

Welcome Pasta Lovers!

If you’re looking for a comforting and satisfying meal that’s perfect for any night of the week, it’s this Creamy Chicken Pasta recipe. Today, I’m excited to share a recipe that’s rich, creamy, and full of flavor.

 Creamy Chicken Pasta with Fettuccine. This dish combines tender chicken, perfectly cooked fettuccine, and a luscious, garlicky cream sauce that’s sure to become a family favorite.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This creamy chicken pasta is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make. With simple ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen, you can whip up a restaurant-quality meal in no time. The combination of creamy sauce, tender chicken, and al dente fettuccine is simply irresistible. You can use any type of pasta in this dish, I have made it with fettuccini and shells and its delicious either way. 

Perfect for Any Occasion

Whether you’re cooking for a busy weeknight dinner or entertaining guests, this dish is versatile and always a hit. The creamy sauce is infused with garlic and Parmesan, giving it a rich flavor that pairs perfectly with the succulent chicken and fettuccine. Adding spinach and sun-dried tomatoes is optional, but they add a wonderful depth of flavor and a pop of color.

Ingredients:

• For the Chicken:
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups Italian breadcrumbs
• For the Pasta:
  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta or shells
• For the Sauce:
  • 1 17oz. bottle of water
  • 1 chicken bouillon cube – herbox
  • Garlic salt
  • Garlic powder
  • 1 cup of milk or cream
  • 1 heaping teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 4 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 heaping tablespoon of flour

Let’s Get Cooking

1. Preparing the Chicken:
Start by seasoning and slicing your chicken breasts. Dredge them in breadcrumbs, then melt butter and olive oil in a skillet and cook them until they’re golden brown and perfectly juicy. Once cooked, let them rest before slicing into strips.

2. Cooking the Pasta:
While your chicken is cooking, boil the fettuccine until it’s al dente. Remember to salt your pasta water generously for the best flavor.

3. Making the Sauce:
In the same skillet, add water, bouillon cube, garlic salt, garlic powder, cream, minced garlic, parmesan cheese, flour, and brown sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Put a small amount of sauce out on a plate and taste. if you like a little more salt, sprinkle on a bit more garlic salt. Make sure the sauce has boiled and simmers for 3-5 minutes. I add a little extra parmesan cheese, stir well and then turn off the heat, and add the cooked pasta. 

4. Bringing It All Together:
Toss the cooked fettuccine and sliced chicken in the creamy sauce until everything is well coated. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese for an added touch of indulgence.

Serving Suggestions

This creamy chicken pasta pairs wonderfully with a simple green salad and a glass of your favorite white wine. It’s a hearty meal that’s sure to satisfy, making it a great choice for both casual dinners and special occasions.