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Creamy pasta dish with crispy air fryer chicken, garnished with herbs

Creamy Pasta with Air Fryer Chicken

A delicious and easy meal featuring creamy sauce, tender pasta, and juicy air-fried chicken, perfect for any night of the week.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sauce
  • 8 oz Pasta Any shape like penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Adjust thickness as desired
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Plus extra for serving
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Chicken
  • 2 breasts Air fryer chicken breasts Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C)

Method
 

Cooking Pasta
  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
Preparing Sauce
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  2. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until combined and heated through.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cooking Chicken
  1. Air fry chicken breasts until cooked through, then slice.
Combine and Serve
  1. Combine cooked pasta with the creamy sauce and serve topped with sliced chicken.

Notes

Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of chopped parsley, if desired. Pairs well with a simple side salad or steamed vegetables. Reheat leftovers with a splash of cream if needed.