Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: Easy 30-Minute Family Meal
This Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a quick, delicious family meal that can be prepared in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Add garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, mixing well.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 milligrams
Keywords: Garlic, Parmesan, Chicken, Pasta, Quick Meal, Family Dinner