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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: A Must-Try Recipe!

A delicious and creamy pasta dish featuring chicken, garlic, and Parmesan cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 620
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces fettuccine or pasta of choice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown 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, stirring to combine, and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Add the grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and add the drained pasta. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired sauce consistency.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 38gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream and use grilled chicken instead of sautéed.
  • Add vegetables like spinach, broccoli, or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition.

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