Description
A delightful dish of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Lower heat and add minced garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits for extra flavor.
- Add heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning; stir until smooth and creamy.
- Return chicken to skillet and let it simmer in the sauce for a few minutes.
- Toss in cooked pasta, ensuring it’s well-coated with the sauce. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.
Notes
For a lighter flavor, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth or use gluten-free pasta. For extra flavor, marinate chicken in Italian herbs or lemon juice before cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chicken pasta, creamy pasta, weeknight dinner, Italian recipe, quick meal