Irresistible One Pot Creamy Chicken Pasta

One-pot creamy chicken penne with garlic, onion, Italian seasoning, broth, heavy cream, and Parmesan. Quick to make, rich, comforting, and finished with fresh basil.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden brown on all sides. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 2

In the same pot, add the chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Build the creamy base: Add Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Stir well until everything is combined into a rich creamy mixture.

Step 4

Cook the pasta: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and add the penne pasta. Stir well to ensure the pasta is submerged in the liquid.

Step 5

Simmer until tender: Cover the pot and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and the sauce thickens.

Step 6

Add chicken & Parmesan: Return the cooked chicken to the pot and stir in the Parmesan cheese. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until the cheese melts into the sauce, creating a silky creamy finish.

Step 7

Serve & garnish: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.