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Creamy Chicken Rosé Pasta Delight

A comforting and quick pasta dish featuring creamy sauce, tender chicken, and rich flavors perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz penne pasta (or your favorite pasta shape)
Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
Cooking Essentials
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing the chicken
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or milk for a lighter version
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
  • Fresh basil Optional, for garnish

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Toss in your pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, but don’t rinse.
Sautéing the Chicken
  1. In a deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season your diced chicken with salt and pepper. Add it to the skillet and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
Making the Sauce
  1. Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream and marinara sauce. Stir until well combined and bring to a gentle simmer.
  2. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and integrated.
Combining the Dish
  1. Toss in the cooked pasta and stir until everything is beautifully coated in sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serving
  1. Plate it up, garnish with fresh basil, and serve.

Notes

This dish can be made lighter by substituting heavy cream with half-and-half or milk. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.