Description
This Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta recipe is a creamy, comforting dish that combines tender chicken, fragrant garlic, and nutty Parmesan cheese with pasta. Perfect for a hearty dinner, it’s both easy to make and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or linguine)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
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. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan until melted.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. Top with chicken and serve immediately.
Notes
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: per serving
- Calories: 650
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg