Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Directions

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

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.
  • Cook chicken until internal temperature reaches 165°F.