Garlic Parmesan Pasta | High-Protein Comfort Food
A comforting bowl of creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta with grilled chicken, combining rich flavors and high protein for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (your choice)
- 2 chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Sauté the garlic in a large skillet with olive oil over medium heat until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta and sliced grilled chicken to the skillet, mixing well to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your meal!
Notes
Cook pasta just shy of al dente, and grill chicken in advance for added flavor. Consider adding seasonal vegetables for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg