Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: A Creamy Delight for Home Cooks
A creamy and savory dish combining tender chicken with garlic and parmesan over pasta, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add diced chicken. Cook until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine the cooked fettuccine with the sauce, and season with salt and black pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Substitute chicken with shrimp for a seafood variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta