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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: A Creamy Delight Recipe!

A creamy and delicious Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta recipe that combines tender chicken, penne pasta, and a rich garlic Parmesan sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
  5. Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 36gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • To make it lighter, substitute half of the heavy cream with chicken broth.
  • Add steamed broccoli or spinach for extra vegetables and nutrition.

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