Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta (Print Format)

Tender chicken, ziti, and rich parmesan garlic sauce come together in a creamy, comforting one-pan dish.

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 cups Ziti Pasta
02 - 2 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, diced
03 - 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
04 - 3 tablespoons Flour
05 - 3 tablespoons Butter
06 - 1 tablespoon Minced Garlic
07 - 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
08 - 1 cup Whole Milk
09 - 1 cup Parmesan Cheese, shredded
10 - 1 cup Parmesan Garlic Sauce
11 - ¼ cup Yellow Onion, diced
12 - 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
13 - 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
14 - 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
15 - 1 teaspoon Seasoned Salt
16 - Salt to taste
17 - Black Pepper to taste

# Steps:

01 - Boil the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken and season with seasoned salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 7–8 minutes, ensuring the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove chicken and set aside.
03 - Reduce heat to low and add butter along with diced onions to the skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
04 - Stir in the flour to form a roux. Continue cooking while stirring continuously for 2–3 minutes. Gradually whisk in heavy whipping cream and whole milk until the sauce starts to thicken.
05 - Mix in the parmesan garlic sauce. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
06 - Add the cooked pasta and reserved chicken to the skillet. Toss well to ensure everything is coated with the sauce. Serve immediately.

# Tips:

01 - For a thinner sauce, gradually add ¼ cups of whole milk until the desired consistency is reached.
02 - For an extra thick sauce, add more shredded parmesan cheese.
03 - Buffalo Wild Wings Parmesan Garlic Sauce is recommended for enhanced flavor.