Description
Indulge in this creamy garlic parmesan chicken pasta, a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, rich cream, and aromatic garlic for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sauté until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- Sauté garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Create the sauce: Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat, then stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Combine: Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet along with drained pasta. Toss until evenly coated with sauce.
- Serve: Adjust seasoning if needed, garnish with extra Parmesan or herbs, and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, consider incorporating sautéed vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes.
- Feel free to use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta alternatives for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg