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Creamy One-Pot Chicken Pasta Recipe Easy Tender Seared Chicken

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A quick and easy one-pot chicken pasta dish featuring tender seared chicken and a luscious creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cups (960ml) chicken broth, low sodium preferred
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
  • 8 ounces (225g) uncooked pasta (penne, rigatoni, shells, or fusilli)
  • 3/4 cup (75g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and cut into 1 to 1.5 inch pieces. Season with salt and pepper. (5 minutes)
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. (2 minutes)
  3. Add chicken pieces in a single layer and sear without moving for about 3 minutes until golden crust forms. Flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove and set aside. (6 minutes)
  4. Lower heat to medium. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. (5 minutes)
  5. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir and bring to a gentle boil. Add uncooked pasta, submerging it as much as possible. (3 minutes)
  6. Cover pan, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer pasta for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add broth if sauce dries out. (10 minutes)
  7. Return chicken to pan when pasta is almost al dente. Cook uncovered for 4-5 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F/74°C) and sauce thickens. (5 minutes)
  8. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Add broth or cream if sauce is too thick. (2 minutes)
  9. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately warm and creamy. (1 minute)

Notes

Do not rush searing the chicken to develop a golden crust that locks in moisture and flavor. Stir pasta gently during cooking to prevent breaking noodles. Finish with fresh Parmesan cheese for a silky sauce. Add broth if sauce dries out. Let pasta rest off heat for a few minutes to thicken sauce. Can add veggies like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes in last 5 minutes. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and use dairy-free cheese. Use gluten-free pasta and broth for gluten-free version.

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