Creamy Italian Herb Chicken Pasta: A Simple Comfort Dish
A delicious creamy pasta dish with Italian herbs that brings comfort to your table.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
- 8 ounces pasta
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken from skillet and slice into strips.
- In the same skillet, add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Add the cooked pasta and chicken back into the skillet, tossing to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional herbs if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding fresh herbs such as parsley or thyme.
- Pair this dish with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Italian Herb Chicken Pasta