Description
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that brings the warmth of Italian cuisine straight to your table. With tender chicken and perfectly cooked pasta enveloped in a rich, garlicky parmesan sauce, each bite is sure to impress. Quick to prepare, this comforting meal is ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, leaving everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side). Remove and let rest.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream, simmer gently, then stir in parmesan cheese until melted.
- Slice the chicken and return it to the skillet with the cooked pasta; toss to combine.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider including vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes. To lighten the dish, use whole wheat pasta and increase vegetable content. Make ahead by prepping ingredients but combine them just before serving for best results.