Description
A delightful dish featuring a luscious cream sauce, tender chicken, and al dente pasta, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 1 lb chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for about 6-7 minutes until browned and cooked through; remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add the heavy cream and let it thicken for 2-3 minutes. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta and chicken back into the skillet, tossing everything to coat in the creamy sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For added nutrition, consider incorporating vegetables like spinach or mushrooms. This dish stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg