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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: A Delicious Recipe!

A creamy and delicious pasta dish featuring chicken, garlic, and Parmesan cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 620
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and add the drained pasta. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated in the creamy sauce.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 38gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream and reduce the amount of cheese.
  • Add steamed broccoli or spinach for extra vegetables and nutrition.

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