Description
This Creamy Chicken Artichoke Pasta is a quick and delicious 30-minute meal featuring tender chicken, tangy artichoke hearts, and a luscious Parmesan-infused cream sauce tossed with fusilli pasta. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner with rich flavors and a satisfying texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 2 cups diced chicken breast
- 1 cup chopped artichoke hearts
Pasta
- 10.5 ounces fusilli pasta
Dairy and Aromatics
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Other
- Olive oil (for sautéing)
- Salt (for pasta water)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fusilli pasta and cook until al dente according to the package instructions. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
- Sauté Chicken and Garlic: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until it becomes fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add the diced chicken breast and cook until it turns golden brown and is cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Add Artichokes: Stir in the chopped artichoke hearts and cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through and blend the flavors.
- Make the Cream Sauce: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Let the mixture simmer gently for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes creamy.
- Toss with Pasta: Gently fold the cooked fusilli pasta into the skillet, tossing well to ensure the pasta is evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
- Serve: Serve immediately, optionally garnished with additional Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
Notes
- To save time, use pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken instead of raw chicken breast.
- You can substitute artichoke hearts with canned or frozen, just be sure to drain and chop them.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or milk for the heavy cream.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley or basil for a fresh brightness.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make this dish gluten free if needed.
