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Creamy Chicken Pasta

Creamy Chicken Pasta That's Ready in 30 Minutes or Less

Enjoy a comforting plate of Creamy Chicken Pasta with White Wine Parmesan Sauce that's quick and delicious for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Thin Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Sear for maximum flavor
  • 1/2 cup Flour Use gluten-free flour if desired
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can replace with canola or vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with olive oil for lighter option
  • 1 small Onion Provides a fragrant base
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh enhances the aroma
  • 2 small Tomatoes Canned diced tomatoes work well
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Evaporated milk can lighten it
  • 1 cup White Wine Preferably Pinot Grigio
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated yields best results
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust based on your spice preference
  • to taste Italian Seasoning Blend of herbs for classic flavor
For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Spaghetti Consider alternatives like fettuccine or gluten-free pasta

Equipment

  • skillet
  • pot
  • Measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and dredge them in seasoned flour, ensuring an ample coating for a perfect golden crust.
  2. In a skillet heated to medium-high, add olive oil and sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
  3. Lower the skillet heat and add butter, onion, and garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes and a bit of flour, mixing well to combine.
  5. Pour in the white wine, scraping the pan's fond and allowing it to reduce for about a minute.
  6. Reduce the heat further and mix in heavy cream, seasoning, and shredded Parmesan.
  7. Toss the drained spaghetti with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water gradually.
  8. Nestle the seared chicken back in the skillet with the pasta, allowing all ingredients to heat through together.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal taste, it's best to enjoy your creamy chicken pasta freshly made.

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