Description
Parmesan Garlic Chicken Pasta is a creamy, comforting dish that combines tender chicken and al dente fettuccine in a rich garlic sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this family-favorite recipe will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chicken breasts until golden brown (about 6-7 minutes per side). Ensure they are fully cooked.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; let simmer for a few minutes to meld flavors.
- Meanwhile, cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and add to the skillet with the sauce.
- Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes, if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg