Easy Parmesan Chicken Pasta – A Juicy Twist on Comfort Food
Enjoy a delicious and easy recipe for Parmesan Chicken Pasta that is both comforting and satisfying.
- 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
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package directions.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the shredded chicken and cook until heated through.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet along with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Toss everything together and remove from heat.
- Add Parmesan cheese and parsley, and mix until combined.
- Serve warm with additional cheese on top if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding sautéed vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to suit your heat preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 85g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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