Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: A Creamy Delight You’ll Love
A delicious and healthy twist on a classic pasta dish, this Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and the rich flavors of garlic and parmesan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Mix in the Italian seasoning, and season with salt and pepper.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding sautéed vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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