Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta: Easy Weeknight Dinner Delight
A delicious and easy recipe for Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta that brings the family together for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the diced chicken.
- Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese, and mix until combined.
- Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add red pepper flakes.
- Consider using whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta, easy dinner, weeknight meal