Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: Easy and Indulgent Weeknight Delight
Enjoy this Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta that combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and delightful cheesy flavors for a perfect weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned.
- Pour in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; stir to combine.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet, mixing well to coat the pasta.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, simmer longer to reduce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Garlic, Parmesan, Chicken, Pasta