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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

1 h 30 minServes 4Nutri-Score C€€
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • boneless chicken breast (pounded slightly for even cooking)Meat450 g
  • salt (to taste)Spices3 g
  • smoked paprika powder (for the marinade)Spices3 g
  • garlic powder (for the marinade)Spices3 g
  • black pepper (for the marinade)Spices2 g
  • oil (for the marinade)Pantry30 ml
  • clarified butter (for cooking the chicken)Dairy30 g
  • butter (for the sauce)Dairy15 g
  • yellow onion (small, finely chopped)Produce1 piece
  • fresh garlic (cloves, minced)Produce3 pieces
  • all purpose flourPantry16 g
  • chicken broth (or 1 chicken bouillon cube dissolved in water)Pantry360 ml
  • unsweetened heavy whipping creamDairy360 ml
  • salt (to taste, for the sauce)Spices3 g
  • smoked paprika powder (for the sauce)Spices3 g
  • red chili flakesSpices2 g
  • black pepper (for the sauce)Spices1 g
  • garlic powder (for the sauce)Spices3 g
  • dried parsleySpices2 g
  • Italian seasoningSpices3 g
  • Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)Dairy50 g
  • pasta (boiled according to package instructions)Grains280 g

per serving

Nutrition

784kcal

Carbs
61 g
Proteins
36 g
Fat
44 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Frying pan
  • Stovetop
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Kitchen thermometer
  • Stockpot

step by step

Method

  1. Marinate the chicken

    • Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, garlic powder and smoked paprika.
    • Drizzle with oil and mix to coat evenly.
    • Let it marinate in the refrigerator.
    Step 1
  2. Cook the chicken

    • Heat the pan over medium heat and add the clarified butter.
    • Add the chicken and cook, flipping sides in between, until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
    • Remove the chicken from the pan, slice and set aside.
    Step 2
  3. Start the sauce base

    • In the same pan, melt the butter.
    • Add the onions and sauté until translucent.
    • Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant.
    Step 3
  4. Add the seasonings and flour

    • Add the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, red chili flakes and Italian seasoning, and mix everything together.
    • Add the flour, stir it in and cook.
    Step 4
  5. Build the creamy sauce

    • Gradually add the chicken broth and mix until the sauce thickens.
    • Cook over medium heat.
    • Stir in the heavy whipping cream and whisk until the sauce thickens further.
    • Add the freshly grated Parmesan cheese and parsley, mixing well.
    Step 5
  6. Assemble and serve

    • Add the pasta and top it with the sliced chicken.
    • Mix everything together and top with more Parmesan cheese if desired.
    Step 6