Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing chicken pasta with garlic sauce, a delectable dish that harmonizes the rich flavors of tender chicken, succulent shrimp, and juicy Italian sausage, all nestled in a sea of creamy, garlicky sauce. This versatile recipe offers three variations to suit your taste preferences, whether you favor the classic chicken and garlic combination, the seafood-inspired shrimp and garlic rendition, or the hearty Italian sausage and garlic delight. Each variation promises a unique symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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CREAMY GARLIC CHICKEN PASTA
Farfalle pasta tossed with a creamy garlic sauce and chicken.
Provided by Misti Jackson
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Chicken
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook farfalle at a boil, stirring occasionally, until cooked through yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain and pour farfalle back into pot.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook chicken in the hot oil until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer chicken to a cutting board and slice into thin strips.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter into the same skillet; cook and stir onions in the melted butter until transparent, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir mushrooms and chicken strips into onions; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Remove skillet from heat.
- Heat 1/4 cup butter in a large skillet; stir flour into melted butter until dissolved, about 1 minute. Slowly whisk milk into flour mixture until smooth; add garlic, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil for 1 minute; reduce heat.
- Stir chicken mixture and garlic sauce into farfalle; cook and stir over medium-low heat until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.2 calories, Carbohydrate 66.5 g, Cholesterol 83.4 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 30.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 247.9 mg, Sugar 8.6 g
CHICKEN AND PASTA WITH GARLIC SAUCE
This creamy chicken and pasta medley is ready in minutes. "The recipe was given to me by a friend and my kids consider it a treat," relates Sharon Hamlin of Kirkville, New York.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil and butter over medium heat for 8-9 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Remove chicken and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute zucchini and onion for 4-5 minutes or until tender. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour and garlic until blended. Gradually add water and bouillon. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; add cream cheese. Stir until blended and heated through. Serve with chicken, vegetables and pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 134mg cholesterol, Sodium 690mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 38g protein.
CREAMY GARLIC CHICKEN PASTA {WITH TOMATO & SPINACH}
Chicken pasta in a garlic tomato cream sauce is the ultimate comfort meal. Made with pasta, chicken, spinach, seasonings, lots of yummy garlic, and parmesan cheese, you can make this incredible dish in under 30 minutes!
Provided by Layla
Categories Main Course
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Prep Pasta: Boil water in a large pot and cook pasta al dente according to package instructions.
- Season both sides of chicken breasts with salt garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large heavy duty pan over medium-high heat and cook chicken breasts 5 minutes per side or until cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
- To the same pan, add the butter and garlic and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant. Add the tomato and spinach and cook 2-3 minutes or until the tomato and spinach are soft and wilted.
- Reduce the heat and add the heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Whisk until fully incorporated and creamy. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
- Drain pasta and slice chicken into thin slices or cubes and return to the same pan. Stir to combine and serve!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 639 kcal, Carbohydrate 41 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 41 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, Cholesterol 168 mg, Sodium 281 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g
PASTA WITH CHICKEN IN CREAMY GARLIC SAUCE
Wonderful pasta dish in a great creamy garlic sauce. I also have used crab meat instead of the chicken.
Provided by Shmo7200
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Boil pasta in lightly salted water.
- Fry chicken in canola until lightly browned, set aside.
- In large pot sauté garlic in butter or margarine, do not brown.
- Add flour, salt, pepper, and nutmeg to garlic and butter or margarine and mix to form a roux.
- Slowly add milk, whisking to prevent lumps.
- Add parmesan cheese and mix well.
- Cook over medium heat stirring often until sauce thickens.
- Add chicken, mushrooms, and peas to the sauce.
- Drain cooked pasta and mix into sauce.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 655.1, Fat 28, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 128.9, Sodium 1115.5, Carbohydrate 53.8, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 14.4, Protein 45.5
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cooked chicken. Shredded rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken are both great options.
- If you don't have any white wine on hand, you can substitute chicken broth or water. However, white wine will add a delicious flavor to the sauce that you won't want to miss.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the pasta, such as broccoli, zucchini, or bell peppers. Just make sure to cook them until they are tender-crisp.
- You can also use any type of pasta that you like. Penne, spaghetti, and rotini are all good choices.
- Serve the pasta with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese or chopped fresh parsley for an extra touch of flavor.
Conclusion:
This chicken pasta with garlic sauce is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is packed with flavor and sure to please the whole family.
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