Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Pasta: A Juicy Comfort Meal to Savor
A deliciously rich dish made with tender chicken, pasta, and a creamy garlic parmesan sauce that will leave you craving more!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken strips, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned.
- Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce. Mix until well coated.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a bit of heat, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- This dish pairs well with a fresh salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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