Creamy Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta Recipe

This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is the ultimate weeknight dinner for the whole family—rich, flavorful, and ready in just 30 minutes. Packed with tender chicken, a creamy garlic sauce... it’s the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights!

The best part? I love making this recipe with Brami Fusilli, this pasta has 4x the protein & fibre of other pastas & it tastes way better because its made in Italy with real Italian wheat, making this dish not only delicious, but packed with healthy plant proteins & fibre!

If you love pasta recipes that require minimal effort, you are also going to love my Creamy Tomato Garlic Pasta Recipe, Creamy Pesto Pasta & my Creamy Sausage Pasta!! These are dishes the entire family are sure to enjoy!

Ingredients

• Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (Butterflied)
• Brami Fusilli 
• Olive Oil
• Unsalted Butter
• Onion 
• Fresh Garlic 
• Heavy Cream
• All-Purpose Flour
• Seasonings: Smoked Paprika, Garlic Powder & Chili Flakes
• Parmesan Cheese
• Fresh Parsley

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Instructions (with VIDEO)

Cook the chicken for about 4 minutes on each side! & set aside!

In the same pan, make the sauce with all the ingredients listed below!

Add in the BRAMI fusilli pasta, make sure it's cooked aldente!

Layer the chicken on top...Serve & enjoy!

1. Marinate the Chicken:
   • In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, dried parsley, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Rub the seasoning onto the butterflied chicken breast and drizzle with olive oil. Let it marinate while prepping other ingredients.
2. Cook the Chicken:
   • Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the marinated chicken breast until golden and fully cooked, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the juicy chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest.
3. Make the Sauce:
   • In the same skillet, melt butter. Add diced onion and sauté over medium-high heat until translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
   • Pour in the heavy cream and milk, stirring to combine. Add the flour slurry, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and chili flakes. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
4. Cook the Pasta:
   • While the sauce simmers, cook Brami Fusilli in salted water according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain the al dente pasta.
5. Bring it Together:
   • Stir Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley into the parmesan sauce for a creamy texture. Adjust seasoning if needed. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. If the sauce feels too thick, stir in a splash of reserved pasta water.
6. Serve:
   • Slice the rested chicken breast and serve over the creamy pasta. Garnish with a little bit of parsley and Parmesan for the perfect finishing touch. This is such an easy pasta recipe, enjoy!

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Substitutions

• Boneless Chicken Breasts: Use chicken thighs, turkey breast, or rotisserie chicken/pre-cooked chicken.
• Butter: Olive oil, ghee, or vegan butter. (you can also deglaze the pan with white wine, chicken broth or chicken stock)
• Onion: Shallots, leeks, or green onions.
• Garlic: Garlic powder (¼ teaspoon per clove), Onion Powder, Italian seasoning.
• Heavy Cream: Half-and-half, coconut cream with cream cheese, or cashew cream for dairy-free.
• Whole Milk: Almond milk, oat milk, or soy milk.
• All-Purpose Flour: Cornstarch (1:1 ratio) or gluten-free flour blend.
• Parmesan: Grana Padano, Pecorino Romano, Mozzarella cheese or nutritional yeast for a vegan option.
• Brami Pasta: Any other small pasta shape like penne pasta or rotini pasta!

Equipment

• Large Skillet or Non Stick Pan
• Measuring Cups & Spoons

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of milk or cream to restore the sauce's creaminess. You can also reheat this delicious dish in the microwave in a microwave-safe dish. Avoid freezing, as the creamy sauce may separate.

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The Best Creamy Chicken and Pasta (Easy Recipe)

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This Creamy Chicken and Pasta is the ultimate weeknight dinner—rich, flavorful, and ready in just 30 minutes! Packed with tender chicken, a velvety sauce...it’s comfort food with a gourmet twist!

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

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For the Chicken Marinade:

• 2 chicken cutlets
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• ¼ teaspoon chili flakes
• ½ tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter for cooking

For the Pasta Sauce:

• 2 tablespoon butter
• 1 onion diced
• 8 garlic cloves minced
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon flour mixed with 2 tablespoon water flour slurry
• Handful fresh parsley chopped
• 8 oz cooked Fusilli Pasta
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon chili flakes
• 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

• Large Non-Stick Pan
• Measuring Spoons & Cups

Method

 

1. Marinate the Chicken: Season the chicken cutlets with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, dried parsley, and chili flakes. Drizzle with olive oil and let it marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside to rest before slicing. (WATCH VIDEO BELOW)
3. Make the Sauce: In the same pan, melt 2 tablespoon butter, let the butter brown for a minute. Add diced red pepper and minced garlic. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Thicken the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream. Stir in the flour slurry to help thicken the sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Add Flavor: Mix in smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili flakes, and chopped parsley. Stir well and let the sauce bubble gently.
6. Cook the Pasta: While the sauce simmers, cook Brami Fusilli in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
7. Bring it Together: Add the cooked pasta to the sauce. Toss to coat evenly. Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese and let it melt into the sauce.
8. Top with Chicken: Slice the cooked chicken and place it over the pasta. Garnish with extra parsley and Parmesan if desired. (WATCH VIDEO BELOW)

Notes

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Food safety

• Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
• Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
• Wash hands after touching raw meat
• Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
• Never leave cooking food unattended
• Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
• Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.