Description
Creamy Garlic Herb Chicken Mac is a luscious and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a savory garlic herb sauce. Ideal for family dinners or cozy nights in, this recipe offers a delightful balance of flavors that everyone will love. In just about 35 minutes, you can whip up this creamy masterpiece that’s perfect for satisfying cravings. With customizable ingredients, it suits any palate and is sure to become a go-to favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 12 oz elbow macaroni or pasta of choice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté minced garlic in olive oil or butter over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the cooked chicken along with Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; add uncooked macaroni. Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 8-10 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in cream cheese and Parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes creamy. Serve warm garnished with fresh parsley or basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg