Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: Quick and Delicious Delight
This creamy garlic parmesan chicken pasta is a quick and delicious dish that can be made in just 30 minutes.
- 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 option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, then add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Mix in the parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add additional vegetables like spinach or broccoli.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta, quick dinner, 30-minute recipe