Description
A hearty and comforting dish, Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta combines tender chicken, creamy garlic sauce, and pasta topped with freshly grated Parmesan. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is both satisfying and simple to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or spaghetti)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and no longer pink in the middle.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Lower the heat, add heavy cream and Parmesan, stirring until the sauce thickens.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce, adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk.
- Add vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for a nutritional boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: per serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg