Name: Creamy Chicken Pasta – Easy 20-Minute Meal
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breast, cubed; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp butter; 4 garlic cloves, minced; ½ tsp Italian seasoning; ½ tsp paprika; Salt & pepper to taste; 8 oz pasta; 2 tbsp butter; 3 garlic cloves, minced; ½ cup low-fat milk or half & half; ½ cup chicken broth; ¼ cup grated Parmesan; Optional: lemon zest, spinach, parsley, red chili flakes

Creamy Chicken Pasta – Easy 20-Minute Meal

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These garlic butter chicken bites with creamy pasta are tender, flavorful, and fast. Inspired by Factor meals, this easy weeknight dinner is protein-packed, family-friendly, and comforting without being heavy.

Author: Maya Lawson
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 lb chicken breast, cubed
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
½ tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp paprika
Salt & pepper to taste
8 oz pasta
2 tbsp butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
½ cup low-fat milk or half & half
½ cup chicken broth
¼ cup grated Parmesan
Optional: lemon zest, spinach, parsley, red chili flakes

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Instructions

Cook pasta; reserve ½ cup pasta water.
Season and sear chicken in oil; add butter and garlic to finish. Set aside.
In same pan, melt butter, sauté garlic. Add broth and milk. Simmer.
Stir in Parmesan. Add pasta, toss to coat.
Return chicken to pan. Mix everything and serve hot with optional garnishes.

Notes

Use gluten-free or low-carb pasta
Add spinach, tomatoes, or mushrooms for more veggies
Store in fridge up to 4 days
For spice, add chili flakes or Cajun seasoning

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