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Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta

Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta

Delicious Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta perfect for busy nights, ready in just 40 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER RECIPES
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
For the Pasta
  • 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • pot for boiling pasta
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

How to Make Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta
  1. Prepare Ingredients: Start by mincing the garlic and measuring out all ingredients.
  2. Sauté Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, and sauté for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and let rest before slicing.
  3. Cook Pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, reserving some pasta water.
  4. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, then let it simmer gently.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Once the sauce thickens, add sliced chicken and cooked pasta, tossing to coat. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Garnish with fresh parsley for added color and freshness.

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