Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy delight of Creamy Garlic Chicken Alfredo Penne, a dish that transforms simple ingredients into a culinary experience. This quick and satisfying recipe takes only 30 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. The perfectly cooked penne pasta is enveloped in a luxurious garlic sauce made with cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan. With succulent chicken or your choice of turkey, this dish promises to impress family and friends alike. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s comfort food at its best!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb large chicken, diced (or turkey)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining.
- Sauté chicken in a skillet with butter and olive oil until cooked through and golden. Season with garlic and spices.
- Stir in heavy cream and milk; add cream cheese and mozzarella until smooth.
- Toss the cooked penne into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 730
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 43g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 140mg