Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a quick and satisfying dish that brings together tender chicken, aromatic garlic, and creamy Parmesan cheese for a delightful meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this recipe offers an irresistible combination of flavors that will leave everyone wanting more. In just 30 minutes, you can serve a comforting bowl of pasta that appeals to both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and slice.
- Boil salted water in a pot; cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add heavy cream and reserved pasta water; simmer for 3 minutes. Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add sliced chicken and drained pasta to the skillet; toss everything together until well-coated in sauce.
- Serve on plates with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 715
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 49g
- Cholesterol: 145mg