Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken: Indulgent Cheesy Twisted Pasta Recipe
This indulgent recipe combines creamy garlic parmesan chicken with cheesy twisted pasta for a delightful dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: main course
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound twisted pasta
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 pounds chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the twisted pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing for an additional minute.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, incorporate fresh herbs like basil or parsley.
- This dish pairs well with a light salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg