Description
Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a luscious garlic cream sauce. This recipe is perfect for cozy dinners or special gatherings, bringing warmth and joy to any table. With its rich flavors and easy preparation, you’ll be serving up smiles in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the fettuccine or penne until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and slice.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add heavy cream, scraping the pan's bottom to incorporate flavor bits. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Combine: Add sliced chicken and drained pasta to the sauce. Toss until well coated.
- Serve: Plate the pasta with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and extra herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 125mg