Creamy Garlic Chicken Penne

Tiffany Azure

Penne all day.

Yields:

4

Prep Time:

0

hours

25

mins

Total Time:

0

hours

25

mins

Ingredients

kosher salt

8 oz.
penne

2
boneless skinless chicken breasts

kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

1 tsp.
garlic powder

1/2 tsp.
Italian seasoning

1 tbsp.
oil

2 tbsp.
butter

1 tbsp.
minced garlic

1 tbsp.
flour

1 c.
heavy cream

Freshly ground black pepper

1/2 c.
freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for serving

Fresh thyme or parsley, for serving

Directions

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and return to pot.
Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil, then cook chicken until browned on both sides and cooked through. Dice chicken, set aside, and cover to keep warm.
Wipe skillet clean, then melt butter over medium-high heat. Stir in garlic and cook, 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle flour over butter and garlic and stir until thick.
Gradually whisk in heavy cream until a smooth sauce is formed, then add salt and pepper and stir in Parmesan until melted.
Stir in chicken and penne, then top with pepper, thyme or parsley, and more Parmesan. Serve immediately.

Tiffany Azure