Creamy Garlic Pasta Topped with Juicy, Herb-Crusted Chicken
Introduction
When you’re craving something cozy, rich, and satisfying, this Creamy Garlic Pasta topped with Juicy, Herb-Crusted Chicken is the perfect comfort dish to make at home. Tender chicken breasts are coated in aromatic herbs and seared until golden, then served over a bed of silky pasta tossed in a luscious garlic cream sauce. Every bite brings together buttery richness, savory herbs, and a hint of warmth from garlic. It’s the kind of meal that feels restaurant-worthy but is simple enough to prepare for a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
For the herb-crusted chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 400 g / 14 oz)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano (2 g)
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (2 g)
- ½ teaspoon paprika (2 g)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (2 g)
- ½ teaspoon salt (3 g)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (1 g)
For the creamy garlic pasta
- 250 g pasta (about 9 oz), fettuccine or penne
- 2 tablespoons butter (30 g / 1 oz)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (12 g)
- 240 ml heavy cream (1 cup)
- 60 g Parmesan cheese, grated (½ cup / 2 oz)
- ½ teaspoon salt (3 g)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (1 g)
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning (2 g)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
For garnish
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (4 g)
- Extra grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Directions
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