A classic creamy garlic chicken pasta, easy to make, rich in flavor and perfect for a comforting dinner.
Author:sarra
Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:20 mins
Total Time:30 mins
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Dish
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
2 chicken breasts, sliced
250g pasta of choice
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
¼ teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken slices, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
Reduce heat to medium, add heavy cream, stir gently, and let simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Stir in Parmesan cheese, allowing the sauce to thicken further. Season with salt, pepper, and red chili flakes, if using.
Add cooked chicken and pasta back into the skillet, mixing well to coat evenly with the sauce.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.
Notes
You can substitute chicken with shrimp or mushrooms for variety.
For a healthier version, use half cream and half milk or evaporated milk.
Freshly grated Parmesan yields the best flavor.
Nutrition
Serving Size:1 serving
Calories:550
Sugar:3g
Sodium:320mg
Fat:24g
Saturated Fat:12g
Unsaturated Fat:10g
Trans Fat:0g
Carbohydrates:48g
Fiber:2g
Protein:32g
Cholesterol:110mg
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