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Easy Creamy Chicken Pasta Recipe – Cozy One-Pan Comfort Food Dinner

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This easy creamy chicken pasta is the ultimate comfort dish for cozy nights. Tender chicken, perfectly cooked fettuccine, and a rich, creamy mushroom-Parmesan sauce come together in a warm and satisfying meal that’s quick enough for weeknights.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • For the Chicken
  • 2 chicken breasts, cubed and seasoned
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • For the Sauce
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
  • For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cube the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes until fully cooked.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in condensed soup and milk. Whisk until smooth, then stir in Parmesan cheese, black pepper, thyme, oregano, and salt. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet and add heavy cream. Stir and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  7. Meanwhile, boil salted water and cook fettuccine until al dente (8–10 minutes). Drain.
  8. Add pasta to the skillet and toss gently to coat in sauce.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

  • Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Best served fresh and warm.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian