Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta
A creamy and savory pasta dish featuring tender chicken, a rich garlic parmesan sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta. Ideal for a comforting weeknight meal.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Large skillet
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 _ chicken breast
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, cut chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through.
- Reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic to the skillet, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, bring to a simmer, then stir in Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and thickened.
- Add the cooked fettuccine and chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the creamy sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving and add more Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. You can also use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier result.