Description
This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a quick and easy 30-minute dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights. It’s a family-friendly recipe that’s sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 pound pasta (such as fettuccine, spaghetti, or penne)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and parsley.
- Drain pasta and add it to the skillet with the sauce.
- Toss to coat.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- You can substitute chicken broth for heavy cream for a lighter dish.
- Add vegetables like spinach, broccoli, or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg