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Ultimate Homemade Chicken Pasta Recipe - Creamy Family Favorite Dinner

This homemade chicken pasta recipe combines fresh pasta made from scratch with tender chicken in a creamy sauce for a comforting family dinner. The dish features a perfect balance of textures with homemade pasta and a rich, creamy sauce that clings beautifully to every strand.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2-3 tablespoons water (if needed)
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Create a well with the flour on a clean work surface. Crack the eggs into the center and add the olive oil and salt. Using a fork, gradually incorporate the flour into the eggs until a shaggy dough forms. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Wrap in plastic and let rest for 30 minutes.
  2. Divide the dough into quarters and roll each piece through a pasta machine or roll thinly with a rolling pin. Cut into your preferred pasta shape - fettuccine works beautifully. Dust with flour to prevent sticking.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Add heavy cream and Italian seasoning, bringing to a gentle simmer.
  5. Meanwhile, cook the fresh pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for 2-3 minutes until al dente.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the sauce. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Drain the pasta and add it directly to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the creamy sauce.

Notes

Don't skip the resting time for pasta dough - allows gluten to relax for better texture. If sauce is too thick, add pasta cooking water to thin it out. For tender chicken, marinate in buttermilk for 30 minutes before cooking. Pasta dough can be made 2 days in advance.