Description
Garlic Chicken Parmesan Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich garlic cream sauce, all topped with savory Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil, salt, pepper, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Season and cook chicken until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté garlic with herbs in the same skillet until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream; simmer until thickened. Stir in Parmesan until melted.
- Combine cooked chicken and pasta with the sauce; mix well.
- Serve garnished with parsley and extra Parmesan.
Notes
- This dish takes just 30 minutes to prepare.
- It is suitable for busy weeknights or special gatherings.
- Serve with garlic bread or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Garlic Chicken Parmesan Pasta