Description
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a quick and delicious 30-minute dinner. Tender chicken, garlic, and Parmesan cheese combine in a creamy sauce for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked (about 5-6 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir until the sauce thickens (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add cooked chicken and pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- For extra richness, add a splash of chicken broth.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: creamy garlic Parmesan chicken pasta, easy pasta recipe, 30-minute dinner