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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Indulge in this quick and comforting dish made with tender chicken, pasta, and a velvety garlic Parmesan sauce — perfect for busy weeknight dinners!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz fettuccine or any pasta of your choice Cook according to package instructions.
Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces Ensure chicken is cut into small, uniform pieces for even cooking.
Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil Divided usage: 2 tbsp for chicken, 1 tbsp for sauce.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Sauté until fragrant.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half mixed with butter or Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • to taste Salt and black pepper Season to preference.
  • for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil, add the pasta, and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set the pasta aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add it to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  2. Reduce the heat and whisk in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Combining
  1. Return the chicken to the skillet and add the cooked pasta. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water little by little until you reach your desired sauce consistency.
Serving
  1. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To freeze, transfer to a freezer-safe container; can last up to 2 months. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of cream or reserved pasta water as needed.