Description
Indulge in this creamy garlic parmesan chicken pasta, a delightful weeknight meal that combines tender chicken and rich flavors for a satisfying dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup spinach or broccoli florets (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper, then place in a baking dish.
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente; reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously. Gradually whisk in parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing gently. If too thick, incorporate reserved pasta water until desired consistency is achieved.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional parmesan and black pepper.
Notes
- For added nutrition and flavor, include seasonal vegetables like spinach or broccoli.
- Spice it up with crushed red pepper flakes if you enjoy a kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg