Garlic Parmesan chicken pasta

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1In a large bowl, coat chicken breast with about 2 tsp of olive oil, seasonings, and salt.
  2. 2Mix until evenly coated.
  3. 3Cover and set aside for 30 minutes to marinate.
  4. 4Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. 5Add avocado oil and 1 tbsp of butter to the skillet.
  6. 6Sear chicken for 5 minutes per side until a golden crust forms.
  7. 7Deglaze pan with a little chicken broth.
  8. 8Lower the heat, cover, and simmer until the internal temperature reaches 155F.
  9. 9Remove chicken from pan, cover in foil, and place into oven set to warm.
  10. 10Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil and salt it heavily.
  11. 11Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  12. 12Reserve at least 1/4 cup pasta water, then drain the pasta.
  13. 13To the same pan (medium heat), add butter.
  14. 14Sauté shallot for 1-2 minutes until soft.
  15. 15Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  16. 16Season with oregano, garlic powder, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper.
  17. 17Mix until well combined and fragrant.
  18. 18Pour in heavy cream and mix.
  19. 19Simmer gently for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  20. 20Lower heat and stir in 1 1/4 cups Parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup pasta water.
  21. 21Mix until well combined.
  22. 22Taste and adjust for seasonings.
  23. 23Add cooked fettuccine and 1 tbsp parsley, mixing until well coated.
  24. 24Stir in an additional ¼ cup Parmesan until fully combined.
  25. 25Finish with chopped parsley.
  26. 26Add sliced chicken on top of pasta.
  27. 27Finish with extra Parmesan, cracked pepper, or chili flakes if desired.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut in half
  • 1 tsp roasted garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic and herb seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 14 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 1.5 cup heavy cream
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 0.25 cup pasta water
  • 7 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 1.25 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 tbsp freshly chopped parsley
  • 1.5 tsp oregano
  • 1.5 tsp roasted garlic powder
  • 1 tsp red chili flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • chicken broth
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan
  • cracked pepper
  • chili flakes

Equipment

large bowlskilletfoilovenlarge pot

Tips

  • Deglaze pan with a little chicken broth when searing chicken.
  • Cook pasta until al dente.
  • Reserve pasta water for the sauce.