Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a creamy, comforting dish featuring tender chicken pieces and pasta tossed in a rich garlic and Parmesan cheese sauce. This quick and flavorful meal is perfect for weeknights and satisfies with its cheesy, garlicky goodness and balanced protein and carbs.
Ingredients
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12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your choice)
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
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Salt and pepper to taste
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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½ cup chicken broth
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, bring to a simmer.
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Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning until sauce thickens slightly.
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Return chicken to the skillet and toss in cooked pasta. Mix until everything is coated and heated through.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550-600 kcal
- Sodium: 600-700mg
- Fat: 25-28g
- Saturated Fat: 15-17g
- Trans Fat: <1g
- Carbohydrates: 45-50g
- Protein: 40-45g