Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: A Flavorful Twist for Dinner
A quick and delicious meal that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until fully coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using grilled chicken.
- You can substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta