Creamy garlic parmesan chicken pasta

Directions

  1. 1Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika powder.
  2. 2Drizzle oil and mix to coat evenly.
  3. 3Let it marinate for at least one hour.
  4. 4Heat a pan on medium heat and add clarified butter.
  5. 5Once the butter is hot, add the chicken and cook for 8 to 10 minutes flipping sides in between or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. 6Remove the chicken from the pan, slice and set aside.
  7. 7In the same pan, add butter once the butter is melted.
  8. 8Add onions and sauté for one minute until translucent.
  9. 9Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant for about 30 seconds.
  10. 10Then add the seasoning, salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked pepper powder, red chili flakes and Italian seasoning.
  11. 11Mix everything together and add the flour.
  12. 12Stir in the flour and cook for one minute.
  13. 13Gradually add the chicken broth and mix until the sauce thickens.
  14. 14Cook on medium heat for 2-4 minutes.
  15. 15Stir in the heavy whipping cream and whisk until the sauce thickens further.
  16. 16Add the freshly grated Parmesan cheese and parsley, mixing well.
  17. 17Add in pasta and top it with sliced chicken.
  18. 18Mix everything together and top it with more Parmesan cheese if desired.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast
  • to taste Salt
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika powder
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp oil (for marinade)
  • 2 tbsp clarified butter/ghee
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp all purpose flour
  • 1.5 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cube chicken bouillon
  • 1.5 cup water
  • 1.5 cup unsweetened heavy whipping cream
  • to taste Salt
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika powder
  • 1 tsp red chili flakes
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp dried parsley
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 10 oz pasta of choice, boiled according to package instructions

Equipment

pan

Tips

  • Pound the chicken slightly for even cooking.
  • The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F.