This creamy garlic chicken pasta recipe is simple to make, uses everyday ingredients, and tastes like restaurant comfort food! It's ready in about 30 minutes.
Creamy garlic chicken pasta with tender chicken and a rich parmesan cream sauce.
10 min.
20 min.
4 servings
Step 1: Cook Pasta
Boil a salted pot of water and cook the pasta al dente according to package directions.
Step 2: Prepare Chicken
Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to get 4 thinner pieces.
Sprinkle the chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Step 3: Cook Chicken
Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F).
Transfer the chicken to a plate.
Step 4: Make the Sauce
In the same skillet, add the remaining butter.
Stir in the minced garlic and flour; cook for about 30 seconds.
Whisk in the chicken broth and lemon juice while scraping up any browned bits; let it bubble for about 1 minute.
Add the cream and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 5: Combine & Serve
Cut the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
Stir the parmesan cheese into the sauce.
Add the chicken and the drained pasta to the skillet; toss until evenly coated (add a tablespoon of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce).
Serve immediately with extra salt and pepper if desired.