Description
This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta recipe combines tender, seasoned chicken breast seared to perfection with a luscious, cheesy garlic parmesan sauce. Tossed with gluten-free farfalle pasta, this dish offers a rich, comforting meal that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions. The creamy sauce is enhanced with Italian seasoning and shallots, creating an irresistible flavor experience in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 ½ lb Springer Mountain Farms chicken breast
- 1 ½ teaspoon paprika (OliveNation)
- 1 ½ teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (OliveNation)
- ½ teaspoon thyme
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoon olive oil (Costabile Brand)
Pasta
- 12 oz gluten-free farfalle pasta
- ¼ cup reserved pasta water
Sauce
- 4 tablespoon butter
- 2 teaspoon dry shallots
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoon Gluten-Free 1:1 Flour
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 3 cups heavy cream
- 12 oz shredded parmesan
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Boil Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the gluten-free farfalle pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve ¼ cup of the pasta water before draining the pasta. Set pasta aside.
- Season Chicken: In a small bowl, mix together paprika, oregano, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Pound the chicken breasts to even thickness and season both sides generously with the spice mix.
- Sear Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove chicken from skillet and let rest.
- Prepare Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add dry shallots, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning, stirring until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Sprinkle in the gluten-free flour and whisk continuously to form a roux, cooking for 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring until the sauce thickens. Lower the heat and stir in shredded parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season the sauce with salt as needed.
- Combine: Add the cooked pasta and reserved pasta water to the sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly. Slice the rested chicken breasts into strips and nestle on top or mix into the pasta. Serve the creamy garlic parmesan chicken pasta hot, garnished with additional parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Use gluten-free pasta and gluten-free flour to keep the dish gluten-free.
- Reserve some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if it becomes too thick.
- Make sure to pound the chicken evenly for uniform cooking.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce, but it may be less rich.
- Use freshly shredded parmesan cheese for best flavor and smooth melting.
- Let the chicken rest after cooking to retain juices and keep it moist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
