A rich, velvety tomato sauce infused with garlic, tender chicken, and perfectly coated pasta for the ultimate comfort bite.
Prep & Cook Time
- Prep: 10 min
- Cook: 20 min
- Total: 30 min
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced thin
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella
- ¼ cup grated parmesan
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the pasta
- 8 oz penne or preferred shape, cooked al dente
Instructions
- Season chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook in a skillet until golden, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Pour in tomato sauce and heavy cream, stirring until smooth and creamy.
- Add mozzarella and parmesan, letting them melt into a velvety sauce.
- Return chicken to the skillet and stir in cooked pasta until coated.
- Simmer 2 minutes to deepen flavor.
Nutrition Facts (approx per serving)
- Calories: 590
- Protein: 39 g
- Carbs: 47 g
- Fat: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
Quick Facts
- Ultra-creamy comfort food
- Family-friendly
- Ready in 30 minutes
- One-pan sauce
- Great for weeknight dinners
Tips
- Add a splash of pasta water for extra silkiness.
- Use chicken thighs for a juicier result.
- Boost flavor with extra garlic or chili flakes.
- For more one-skillet comfort food, try this One Pan Chicken Skillet Recipe packed with flavor and simplicity.
Variations
- Swap chicken with shrimp.
- Add spinach or mushrooms.
- Try half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
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