Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Cheesy Twisted Pasta—a comforting dish featuring tender chicken, twisted pasta, and a delectable creamy sauce that is perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 8 oz twisted pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: chop the garlic, grate the parmesan, and rinse the chicken breasts.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side, then set aside.
- In a pot, boil salted water. Add twisted pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add heavy cream and simmer, then mix in Parmesan cheese until melted. Slice the chicken and return it to the sauce, then add cooked pasta and toss to coat.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop, adding a splash of cream if needed.
- For a complete meal, serve with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg