A creamy, savory pasta dish with tender chicken and robust flavors.

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Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium, then add the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet.
Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
Gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until melted and smooth.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to combine with the sauce. Add lemon juice and chopped parsley, stirring well.
In a separate pot, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and add to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes to ensure everything is well combined and heated through.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.

Great for busy weeknights; can be easily adapted with different proteins or pasta types.

Keywords: pasta, chicken, creamy sauce, quick dinner, one-pan meal