Description
This Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta is a flavorful and creamy dish that combines tender chicken, pasta, and a rich garlic Parmesan sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
8 oz pasta (penne, spaghetti, or your favorite kind)
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest. Once rested, slice the chicken into strips or cubes.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer. Let it reduce slightly for about 2 minutes.
- Lower the heat and add the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for another 3-4 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and cook until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked pasta and chicken back into the skillet, tossing to coat everything in the sauce.
- Serve the pasta with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach, broccoli, or mushrooms for extra texture and flavor.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Substitute chicken with shrimp, bacon, or sausage for a different protein option.
- For a dairy-free option, use coconut milk or non-dairy cream and dairy-free Parmesan cheese.
- If you want a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
