Description
A rich and creamy pasta dish that combines garlic, chicken, and Parmesan cheese, perfect for cozy Sundays or quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces of pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- Sauté the chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, seasoning them with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes.
- Add garlic: Once the chicken is cooked, add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute, letting the garlic become fragrant but be careful not to burn it.
- Make the sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring until well combined. Bring the mixture to a simmer, letting it cook for about 3-4 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Incorporate cheese: Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce, stirring continuously until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Combine: Finally, add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated in the creamy sauce.
- Serve and garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color (and flavor!) if desired.
Notes
Serve with a simple green salad and garlic bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Creamy Pasta, Garlic Chicken, Family Meal, Quick Dinner