Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Indulge in the rich flavors of Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta, a comforting dish that comes together effortlessly for a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Contains Poultry
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless Chicken Breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 12 ounces Pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Fresh Parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, drain, and set aside.
- Sauté the Chicken in olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet.
- Make the Garlic Sauce in the same skillet by adding the minced garlic and stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the Heavy Cream and stir to combine, then gradually add the Parmesan Cheese until melted and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Combine the Chicken and cooked Pasta in the skillet, tossing everything together and adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired sauce consistency.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream. Add extra vegetables or swap proteins to customize.