Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta — Easy One-Pan Dinner The BEST Creamy Chicken Pasta Ever

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Canned chicken is a budget-friendly protein option.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive than olive oil.

Season chicken breast or thighs with salt, pepper, and paprika.

Heat a healthy amount of olive oil in a 12-inch cast iron skillet.

Add the seasoned chicken to the pan and cook until browned, about 5 minutes on one side.

Flip the chicken and cook for another 5-6 minutes until nicely charred.

Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Lower the heat and add chopped garlic to the pan, followed by cherry tomatoes.

Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a slight simmer.

Add grated Parmesan cheese to thicken the sauce instead of using flour.

Return the sliced chicken to the pan and stir to combine.

Fold in the cooked pasta and let it simmer for an additional 30 seconds.

Plate the dish and garnish with parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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