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Creamy Italian Chicken Pasta for Busy Moms (Weeknight-Friendly pasta recipes)

A close-up of Creamy Italian Chicken Pasta, featuring tender chicken pieces and spaghetti coated in a rich sauce, garnished with fresh parsley.
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A quick and creamy Italian chicken pasta dish made with Boursin cheese and garlic, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (5 oz) package Boursin cheese, garlic & herb flavor
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 12 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or fettuccine)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • 1 cup spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, or mushrooms (optional)
  • A pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the chicken. Cook until golden and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, around 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Lower heat and stir in Boursin cheese and heavy cream, mixing until smooth. If too thick, add chicken broth gradually.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet, add drained pasta, and toss everything together until well coated. Use reserved pasta water if needed to adjust consistency.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
  • Feel free to add your choice of vegetables, such as spinach or sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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