Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a creamy, comforting dish that brings restaurant-quality flavors right to your kitchen. This easy-to-make meal features tender chicken, silky pasta, and a rich garlic-parmesan sauce that will delight your taste buds. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this recipe offers a delicious balance of savory and cheesy goodness, making it an instant family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 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
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream while scraping any bits from the skillet. Gradually stir in parmesan cheese until melted.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed for consistency. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, incorporate veggies like spinach or bell peppers. Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for different protein options. Adjust garlic and cheese levels based on your taste preferences.