Chicken Artichoke Pasta
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
646 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Italian
Chicken Artichoke Pasta
Description
Chicken Artichoke Pasta begins by cooking bite-sized chicken pieces with chopped green onions, garlic, salt, and a hint of red pepper flakes to add mild heat. After the chicken cooks through, water is added to loosen browned bits. Artichoke hearts and heavy cream join the skillet to create a luscious sauce that reduces to a thicker consistency. Butter and freshly grated Parmesan are stirred in off the heat, adding richness and umami.
The cooked penne pasta is combined with the sauce, melding the hearty protein with the artichoke's mild tang and creamy texture. Green onions and additional Parmesan garnish lend freshness and cheesy appeal. The dish is suitable for a filling dinner that balances creamy and savory elements with subtle spice.
Alternatives like substituting shrimp for chicken or mushrooms for a vegetarian option allow customization. Using marinated artichoke hearts can increase flavor complexity. These variations maintain the foundational creamy sauce and pasta pairing while changing the protein and vegetable focus.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/3 cup green onions chopped
- 1 tablespoon garlic chopped
- 1 pound chicken breast cut into bite size pieces, boneless, skinless
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes crushed
- 1/3 cup water
- 14 ounces artichoke hearts drained
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 teaspoons butter
- 10-12 ounces penne pasta cooked
- 3/4 cup Parmesan Cheese fresh grated
Instructions
- Heat olive oil, onions, and garlic in a large skillet. Add chicken, salt, and red pepper flakes. Cook until chicken is cooked through.
- Add water and scrape the bottom of the skillet. Add artichoke hearts and heavy cream.
- Let reduce (cook 7 minutes until half as thick).
- Remove from heat and stir in butter and parmesan cheese. Add pasta.
- Serve with green onions, red pepper flakes, and parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Try shrimp instead of chicken for a seafood variation that complements the cream sauce.
- Use mushrooms in place of chicken to make the dish vegetarian while retaining texture.
- Marinated artichoke hearts can deepen the flavor profile beyond plain canned versions.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 646 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 646kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 37g | 57% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Cholesterol | 116mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 947mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 453mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1487IU | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 198mg | 20% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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