Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: Easy Weeknight Comfort Meal
A rich and creamy pasta dish that brings together garlic, parmesan, and chicken for a comforting weeknight meal.
- 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
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add some red pepper flakes.
- Can be served with a side salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta, comfort food, weeknight dinner