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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: A Quick Delight!

A quick and delicious creamy garlic parmesan chicken pasta recipe that is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 620
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces fettuccine or spaghetti
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the fettuccine or spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, mixing until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and add the drained pasta. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated in the sauce.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream and use a reduced-fat Parmesan cheese.
  • Add steamed broccoli or spinach for extra vegetables and color in the dish.

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