Description
This Chicken Penne Pasta is quick, creamy, and filling, perfect for weeknights or a simple dinner with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the cooked chicken and cook for a few minutes until heated through.
- Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens.
- Toss the cooked penne pasta into the skillet, combining it well with the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a crisp chicken finish, try air fryer chicken tips. Use warm cream and add cheese slowly to avoid clumps.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken, pasta, creamy, easy recipe, weeknight dinner