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Ultimate Homemade Chicken Pasta Recipe - Easy Scratch-Made Comfort Food

This homemade chicken pasta recipe combines fresh scratch-made pasta with tender chicken in a rich, creamy sauce for a restaurant-quality meal at home. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or special weekend meals, it features homemade pasta dough paired with a savory chicken and cream sauce.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons water (if needed)
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. On a clean surface or in a large bowl, create a mound with the flour and make a well in the center
  2. Crack the eggs into the well and add olive oil and salt
  3. Using a fork, gradually incorporate the flour into the eggs until a shaggy dough forms
  4. Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add water if too dry
  5. Wrap in plastic and let rest for 30 minutes at room temperature
  6. Divide dough into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece through a pasta machine starting at the widest setting, gradually moving to thinner settings
  7. Cut into desired pasta shape (fettuccine works beautifully)
  8. Dust with flour to prevent sticking while you prepare the chicken
  9. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat
  10. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes
  11. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant
  12. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine
  13. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, then stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth
  14. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook fresh pasta for 2-3 minutes until al dente
  15. Drain pasta and add directly to the skillet with chicken and sauce
  16. Toss to coat everything evenly and heat through for 1-2 minutes
  17. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese

Notes

Don't skip the resting time for the dough - it allows the gluten to relax. For extra flavor, marinate chicken in olive oil, garlic, and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water to thin it out.