Description
Indulge in a rich, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce enveloping tender chicken and cheesy twisted pasta. This delightful dish is perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 8 oz cheesy twisted pasta (e.g., fusilli or rotini)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir continuously and bring to a simmer.
- Add freshly grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning; stir until melted and creamy.
- Cook twisted pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce and sliced chicken in the skillet. Toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan or fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: - For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk. - Swap chicken for shrimp or tofu for different protein options. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.