Description
Creamy garlic Parmesan chicken served with cheesy twisted pasta is the ultimate comfort food. This delightful dish features juicy chicken breasts coated in a rich, velvety sauce, perfectly complemented by pasta that dances on your plate. Ideal for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, this recipe promises to create lasting memories at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz twisted pasta (e.g., fusilli)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare your kitchen by gathering all ingredients and tools.
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté seasoned chicken in olive oil until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-7 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and scrape any brown bits from the pan.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce, mixing well to coat. Adjust seasoning with Italian herbs, salt, and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 150mg