Description
A comforting creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken in a garlic-infused sauce that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, reserving some pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sautรฉ for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, then stir in grated Parmesan until melted.
- Toss cooked pasta with the creamy chicken mixture, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For variations, try using different types of pasta, mix in fresh herbs, or add vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg