Creamy Basil Chicken Pasta Recipe Recipe

Name: Creamy Basil Chicken Pasta Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound champanelle or gemelli noodles; 1 pound (about 2 large) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed; A 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; A 1/4 cup olive oil; 6-8 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 1/2 cups heavy cream; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2-3 cups finely shredded Fontina cheese; 1 cup chopped fresh basil

Servings: persons

1 pound champanelle or gemelli noodles
1 pound (about 2 large) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
A 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
A 1/4 cup olive oil
6-8 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2-3 cups finely shredded Fontina cheese
1 cup chopped fresh basil

1
Boil pasta per package directions.
2
Drain (do not rinse!)
3
and put back into pot.
4
Add about a tablespoon of olive oil and then cover to keep warm.
5
While the pasta is boiling chop chicken and place in zip top storage bag.
6
Add breadcrumbs shake and use your hands to press crumbs into chicken until completely coated and most of the crumbs are no longer loose.
7
Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large frying pan.
8
Add chicken and toss occasionally so that all sides get browned.
9
About 7 minutes in add garlic and toss.
10
Try to toss this instead of astirringa it, this will help the breadcrumbs stay attached to the chicken.
11
Cook for about 3 more minutes (check largest piece to make sure its done) and remove chicken from pan.
12
If there is a ton of oil left in the pan pour most of it out, if not, add chicken broth, cream, salt and pepper.
13
Bring to a boil then add cheese, bring back to a boil and cook, whisking occasionally for 5 minutes.
14
Add basil and boil, whisking occasionally, for another 5 minutes.
15
Pour over pasta and stir until combined.
16
Garnish with basil.

1552

kcal

Calories

Fat

138

Carbs

112

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound champanelle or gemelli noodles, 1 pound (about 2 large) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed, A 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, A 1/4 cup olive oil, and more.

Yes, Creamy Basil Chicken Pasta Recipe falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Creamy Basil Chicken Pasta Recipe

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions