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Creamy Pasta

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πŸ— Creamy Chicken Pasta Recipe with Rich and Flavorful Sauce offers a comforting blend of tender chicken and creamy sauce that makes for a satisfying meal any day.
πŸ‹ The addition of fresh rosemary and lemon juice brightens the dish, creating a perfect balance of rich and zesty flavors that elevate simple ingredients.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2-3 servings 1x

Ingredients

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200 grams dried pasta OR 300 grams fresh pasta

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 chicken breast (or 2 if preferred)

1 tablespoon flour

1 tablespoon butter

3 garlic cloves, finely chopped

1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves, roughly chopped

ΒΎ cup cream (single or light cream recommended)

1 teaspoon black pepper

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

50 grams freshly grated parmesan cheese

Lemon zest and extra rosemary for garnish

Coconut cream for cream (vegan substitution)

Nutritional yeast for cheese (vegan substitution)

Chickpeas or tofu for chicken (vegan substitution)

Gluten-free pasta varieties for traditional pasta (gluten-free substitution)

Cashew or almond cream for cream (dairy-free substitution)

Dairy-free parmesan alternative for cheese (dairy-free substitution)

Instructions

1-Cook pasta in well-salted boiling water, undercooking dried pasta by 1 minute. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain pasta.

2-Flatten chicken breast(s) to an even thickness (1-1.5 cm) using a rolling pin. Season with salt and pepper, then dust with flour.

3-Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 2 minutes per side until cooked through. Wrap in foil and set aside.

4-In the same pan, melt butter over medium heat. Gently fry garlic for 1 minute without browning.

5-Add rosemary and cook for 30 seconds.

6-Pour in cream and bring to a gentle simmer (do not boil).

7-Gradually add grated parmesan in 2-3 additions, stirring until melted each time.

8-Quickly stir in black pepper and fresh lemon juice.

9-Add ΒΌ cup reserved pasta water and simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken.

10-Add cooked pasta to the sauce, toss well, and let bubble gently for 1-2 minutes.

11-Slice chicken and serve on top or mixed into the pasta. Garnish with extra rosemary, lemon zest, and additional parmesan if desired.

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Notes

🍽️ Flatten chicken evenly for juicy, even cooking.
πŸ”₯ Avoid boiling the cream sauce; maintain a gentle simmer.
⏳ Undercook dried pasta by 1 minute so it finishes cooking in the sauce and stays al dente.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish, Pasta
  • Method: SautΓ©ing, Simmering
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving