Crac Chicken Penne: A Quick, Creamy Dinner Adventure
Crack Chicken Penne is a rich, creamy, and flavorful pasta dish made with seasoned chicken, parmesan cream sauce, and tender penne pasta for an easy comfort dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta in salted water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, and basil.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and slice.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and pour in heavy cream.
- Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese and whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Return chicken and cooked penne to the skillet.
- Toss everything together until well coated in sauce.
- Simmer 2–3 minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness and flavor.
- Add a splash of pasta water if sauce becomes too thick.
- Fresh garlic can be added for stronger flavor.