Garlic and Parmesan Gemelli Pasta

A garlicky Parmesan sauce coats chicken and gemelli pasta in this easy to make dinner that's sure to please everyone at the table.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 349 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 2 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 8 sprigs fresh cilantro
• 8 leaves fresh basil
• 1 (16 ounce) package gemelli pasta

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large, deep skillet. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 7 to 8 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove chicken and cut into small chunks.

Step 3

Add remaining oil, butter, and garlic to the skillet and begin cooking over low heat. Add cilantro and basil and stir to keep the mixture moving. Slowly add cooked chicken, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper. Cook, stirring often to keep the cheese from burning, for about 20 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add gemelli and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.

Step 5

Drain pasta and return to the pot. Pour in sauce and toss to coat.