Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta: Easy Weeknight Comfort Food
A delicious recipe for Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta that’s perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Drain pasta and add to the skillet. Toss to combine.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Add vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta, easy weeknight dinner, comfort food