Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
A comforting and simple Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta that envelops you in creamy goodness with the aroma of roasted garlic and melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Once it’s al dente, drain it and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the diced chicken, seasoning it with salt and pepper, until browned and cooked through.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet, stirring for about a minute until fragrant. Then, toss in the spinach and sauté until wilted.
- Create the creamy sauce by pouring in heavy cream and stirring in the grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the chicken and spinach, ensuring each noodle is coated in the creamy sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Pairs wonderfully with a green salad or garlic bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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