Description
A deliciously creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken and a rich Parmesan sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Start with a pot of salted water. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sear the chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Cook until golden and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest.
- Sauté the garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Make the sauce: Pour in the heavy cream, bringing it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it’s melted and the sauce becomes creamy.
- Combine everything: Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet. Add the drained pasta, tossing everything together to ensure every piece is coated in the luscious sauce.
- Final touches: Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat everything through.
- Serve: Plate the pasta, garnishing with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or a dairy-free cream alternative. Add vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chicken pasta, creamy pasta, Italian dish, quick dinner, weeknight meal, Parmesan chicken