Howard's Failsafe Chicken Pasta

Satisfy your comfort food cravings with *Howard's Failsafe Chicken Pasta*, a foolproof recipe that's perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. This creamy chicken pasta dish combines tender, golden-seared chicken breasts with perfectly al dente penne, tossed in a rich Parmesan cream sauce infused with garlic, Italian seasoning, and a subtle kick of red chili flakes. With just a handful of easy-to-find pantry ingredients like chicken broth, heavy cream, and diced onions, this dish comes together in under 40 minutes while delivering restaurant-quality flavor. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color, it's a family-friendly favorite that's as simple as it is satisfying. Whether you're new to cooking or a seasoned pro, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that you'll return to time and time again.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 12 ounces penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 piece large onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board. Once cooled slightly, slice into thin strips.

Step 4

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the remaining olive oil and butter. Stir in the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Add the grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, red chili flakes, and additional salt and black pepper to taste. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 8

Add the cooked penne pasta and sliced chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta and chicken are evenly coated in the sauce.

Step 9

Allow the dish to simmer for 1-2 minutes to ensure everything is heated through.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1480.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3467.9

Total Fat 175.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 85.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 677.8mg	0%
Sodium 4628.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 269.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g	0%
Total Sugars 7.5g
Protein 188.8g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 1039.8mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 2156.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.2%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 31.6%