Best 6 Best Creamy Chicken Pasta Recipes

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Are you craving a creamy, cheesy, and utterly indulgent chicken pasta dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied? Look no further! In this comprehensive guide, we'll embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of creating the ultimate creamy chicken pasta. From selecting the perfect pasta and chicken to mastering the art of the creamy sauce, we'll provide you with all the essential tips and tricks to elevate this classic dish to a whole new level. Get ready to indulge in a creamy chicken pasta experience that will become a staple in your kitchen and a favorite among family and friends.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY CHICKEN AND PASTA



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Rich, flavorful and laced with wine, this creamy chicken pasta is a family favorite. No one ever guesses it's so quick and easy! -Elaine Moser, Spokane, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup sliced green onions
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/3 cup water
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onions in butter for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Add wine or broth and garlic. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half, about 5 minutes., Combine flour and water until smooth; gradually add to mushroom mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cream. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes or until heated through. , Drain pasta. Add the pasta, chicken, capers, salt and pepper to cream sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Fat 25g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CREAMY CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA



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Make and share this Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lorac

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into thin strips
4 ounces linguine, cooked al dente
2 teaspoons cajun seasoning (your recipe, Cajun Seasoning Mix or store-bought)
2 tablespoons butter
1 thinly sliced green onion
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place chicken and Cajun seasoning in a bowl and toss to coat.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté chicken in butter or margarine until chicken is tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Reduce heat add green onion, heavy cream, tomatoes, basil, salt, garlic powder, black pepper and heat through.
  • Pour over hot linguine and toss with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 719.1, Fat 41.1, SaturatedFat 24, Cholesterol 198.6, Sodium 816.8, Carbohydrate 47.4, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.1, Protein 39.3

CREAMY CHICKEN PENNE PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: bacon, chicken breasts, salt, pepper, italian seasoning, paprika, garlic, spinach, small tomatoes, cream, shredded parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, penne pasta, Chopped fresh parsley

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 slices bacon
2 chicken breasts, sliced
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups spinach
4 small tomatoes, diced
1 ½ cups cream
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, plus more for garnish
10 oz penne pasta, cooked until al dente
3 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a deep skillet, fry the bacon until crispy. Remove to a paper towel to drain, then chop.
  • In the same skillet, add the chicken and season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Cook until no longer pink inside.
  • Add the garlic and cook until softened.
  • Add spinach and tomatoes and cook until the spinach is wilted.
  • Add the cream, Parmesan, an red pepper flakes and bring to a boil.
  • Add the penne and bacon, and stir until fully coated in sauce.
  • Serve with parsley, Parmesan, and red pepper flakes, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 725 calories, Carbohydrate 61 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 44 grams, Sugar 7 grams

CREAMY GARLIC CHICKEN PASTA



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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

1 (16 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons butter
2 small onions, chopped
1 (4 ounce) can mushroom pieces and stems, drained
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 ½ cups milk
1 ½ teaspoons crushed garlic
salt and ground black pepper to taste

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

CREAMY CHICKEN PASTA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Kosher salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 shallot, chopped
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced, plus chopped leaves for topping
2 carrots, shredded
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
Freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup dry sherry or white wine
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
1 1/4 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1 cup grated gruyere cheese (about 4 ounces)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
12 ounces fresh fettuccine
1 cup sugar snap or snow peas, strings removed and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and cook until slightly softened, about 1 minute. Add the celery, carrots, thyme, 3/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook until the vegetables soften, about 2 minutes. Add the sherry and cook until slightly reduced, about 2 minutes. Stir in the heavy cream and nutmeg and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the chicken to the sauce; increase the heat to medium and simmer until just cooked through, about 3 minutes. Add the gruyere and parmesan and continue simmering, stirring occasionally, until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes (do not boil). Add the parsley; season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook as the label directs. Drain, then add to the sauce and toss. Sprinkle in the peas; serve topped with celery leaves.

CREAMY CHICKEN PASTA



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Try our crowd-pleasing creamy chicken pasta for your next family meal. It's packed with flavour and is easy for anyone to make, including children

Provided by Monaz Dumasia

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

300g dried penne
2 tsp olive oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
75g baby spinach leaves
250g soft cheese
25g parmesan
4 cooked chicken breasts (about 450g), shredded with a fork
100g frozen peas
small bunch of parsley or basil, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta following pack instructions. Reserve 100ml of the water and drain the pasta in a colander.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a frying pan on a medium heat and fry the garlic and spinach for 3 mins until wilted. Add the soft cheese and heat until melted. Stir in most of the parmesan, then add the shredded chicken, peas and some of the pasta water. Bring to the boil and bubble for 2-3 mins until the chicken and peas are completely heated through.
  • Add the pasta and stir until combined. Add more pasta water to loosen the sauce, if needed. Remove from heat, sprinkle over the remaining parmesan and parsley or basil to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 668 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 59 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 51 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your pasta dish.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Cook it al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. This will prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Use a good quality chicken broth: This will also add a lot of flavor to your dish. If you don't have any chicken broth on hand, you can use water instead, but the flavor will be less rich.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients: You can add vegetables, herbs, or spices to your pasta dish to customize it to your liking.
  • Serve your pasta dish immediately: This will ensure that it is at its best.

Conclusion:

Creamy chicken pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a meal that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give creamy chicken pasta a try. You won't be disappointed!

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