Description
This creamy garlic chicken pasta is a delicious comfort food dish that’s quick and easy to make. Perfect for any weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (divided)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Return chicken to skillet along with cooked pasta; toss gently to coat in sauce.
- Plate the pasta, garnish with parsley, and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- For added flavor, consider using freshly cracked black pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg