Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: Easy Weeknight Delight for All
Delicious Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta that is easy to prepare for a 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 option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add cubed chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning; stir until cheese is melted.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce; season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Add vegetables like spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition.
- Adjust the amount of garlic based on personal preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
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