Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Pasta with Chicken and Garlic, a dish that combines tender chicken, rich cream, and aromatic garlic for a delightful meal ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe brings the warmth of home-cooked meals to your table. With its creamy texture and savory essence, each bite is a nostalgic journey back to cherished family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown on both sides, about 6–8 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken from the skillet; add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring well. Gradually add Parmesan cheese while stirring until melted and creamy.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Add drained pasta and sliced chicken to the sauce in the skillet; toss until well coated. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Garnish with chopped fresh herbs before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 125mg