Description
TikTok Grinder Chicken Pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a rich sauce to create a comforting meal everyone will love. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into an impressive feast, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With its beautiful presentation and incredible taste, this dish is sure to be the star of your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 680g)
- 12 oz (340g) penne pasta
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (100g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup (240ml) low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping any veggies or herbs you plan to use.
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté diced chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper for about 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Reduce heat to low, pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring until combined. Let simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning until melted into the sauce. If too thick, adjust with reserved pasta water for desired creaminess.
- Toss drained pasta into the skillet with the sauce and chicken until evenly coated. Serve hot with extra cheese or red pepper flakes if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg