Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken and pasta enveloped in a velvety sauce infused with garlic and Parmesan. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Each forkful delivers rich flavors that will have your guests asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Gather all items to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Cook the pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing.
- Create the sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic; sauté for about one minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream, bringing it to a gentle simmer.
- Add cheese: Stir in grated Parmesan until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Combine everything: Add sliced chicken and drained pasta to the skillet, tossing until well coated in sauce. Serve immediately with additional Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 2 cups)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider tossing in fresh spinach or vegetables like broccoli during the last few minutes of cooking.- To spice things up, add red pepper flakes to the sauce for a kick.