Ultimate Homemade Chicken Pasta – Creamy Scratch-Made Dinner Recipe

There’s something incredibly satisfying about creating a complete pasta dish from scratch – tender homemade pasta paired with perfectly cooked chicken in a rich, creamy sauce. This homemade chicken pasta recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor with the comfort of home cooking. Whether you’re looking for a simple homemade dinner the whole family will love or want to impress guests with your culinary skills, this dish delivers on every level.

Ingredients

For the Homemade Pasta:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2-3 tablespoons water (as needed)

For the Chicken and Sauce:

• 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

Step-by-Step Instructions

Making the Homemade Pasta

1. On a clean surface, create a mound with the flour and make a well in the center. Crack the eggs into the well and add olive oil and salt. 2. Using a fork, gradually incorporate the flour into the eggs until a shaggy dough forms. 3. Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add water if too dry. 4. Wrap in plastic and let rest for 30 minutes. 5. Roll out the dough to your desired thickness and cut into fettuccine or tagliatelle strips. 6. Cook in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes until al dente.

Preparing the Chicken and Sauce

1. Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and half the Italian seasoning. 2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes. 3. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. 4. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the pan. 5. Reduce heat to medium and add heavy cream, remaining Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese. 6. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. 7. Add cooked homemade pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly. 8. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese.

Expert Tips

For the perfect creamy homemade pasta, make sure your pasta water is well-salted – it should taste like the sea. This seasons the pasta from within. Don’t overcook your homemade pasta; it cooks much faster than dried pasta. If you’re short on time, this dish pairs wonderfully with our quick rotisserie chicken pasta method using store-bought rotisserie chicken.

For a baked version that’s perfect for feeding a crowd, try transforming this into a comforting pasta bake by topping with mozzarella and baking until bubbly and golden. This creates a comforting chicken pasta bake that’s always a hit at family gatherings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make the pasta ahead of time?
Yes! You can make the pasta dough up to 24 hours in advance and store it wrapped in the refrigerator. You can also dry the cut pasta on a rack for later use.

What’s the best way to store leftovers?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of cream or broth to refresh the sauce.

Can I use different pasta shapes?
Absolutely! This creamy sauce works well with any pasta shape. For more pasta inspiration, check out our fresh bruschetta pasta recipe for a lighter alternative.

Ultimate Homemade Chicken Pasta – Creamy Scratch-Made Dinner Recipe

This restaurant-quality homemade chicken pasta features tender scratch-made pasta paired with perfectly cooked chicken in a rich, creamy sauce. It’s a complete from-scratch meal that delivers both impressive flavor and home-cooked comfort.

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Prep Time 45 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

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
• 2-3 tablespoons water (as 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, create a mound with the flour and make a well in the center. Crack the eggs into the well and add olive oil and salt.
2. Using a fork, gradually incorporate the flour into the eggs until a shaggy dough forms.
3. Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add water if too dry.
4. Wrap in plastic and let rest for 30 minutes.
5. Roll out the dough to your desired thickness and cut into fettuccine or tagliatelle strips.
6. Cook in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes until al dente.
7. Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and half the Italian seasoning.
8. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes.
9. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
10. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the pan.
11. Reduce heat to medium and add heavy cream, remaining Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese.
12. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
13. Add cooked homemade pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly.
14. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Salt pasta water well – it should taste like the sea. Don’t overcook homemade pasta as it cooks faster than dried. Can make pasta dough up to 24 hours in advance. Reheat leftovers with a splash of cream or broth to refresh sauce.