Description
This Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta recipe is a delicious and creamy dish that combines tender seared chicken with a rich parmesan cream sauce, served over gluten-free farfalle pasta. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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Chicken Seasoning:
- 1 1/2 lb Springer Mountain Farms chicken breast
- 1 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Pasta:
- 12 oz gluten-free farfalle pasta
Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons dry shallots
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons gluten-free 1:1 flour
- 3 cups heavy cream
- 12 oz shredded parmesan
- 1/4 cup pasta water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: In a large pot, cook pasta according to package instructions for al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season the Chicken: Mix paprika, oregano, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Pound chicken slightly and season both sides.
- Sear the Chicken: In a skillet, sear chicken in olive oil on medium heat for 5 minutes per side. Lower heat, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes until fully cooked.
- Prepare the Sauce: Melt butter in the skillet, add shallots, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Stir, then add flour, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Whisk until smooth. Add parmesan, cook until melted.
- Combine and Serve: Toss pasta in the sauce, adding pasta water as needed. Slice chicken and add to pasta. Stir gently and serve.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can sprinkle with fresh herbs like parsley or basil before serving.
- This dish pairs well with a side of garlic bread or a simple green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
