Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Cheesy Twisted Pasta Delight
A delicious recipe featuring creamy garlic parmesan chicken served with cheesy twisted pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups twisted pasta
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the twisted pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the chicken pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook until chicken is browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir in parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt and create a creamy sauce.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the skillet with the chicken and sauce until well combined.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding Italian herbs to the sauce.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken, Cheesy Twisted Pasta