Irresistible Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta in 30 Minutes
A rich and creamy pasta dish with tender chicken, garlic, and parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6 minutes per side. Remove and slice.
- In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the sauce. Toss to coat.
- Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine to the sauce.
- Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream if you prefer a lighter version.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 145mg