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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: Comfort in Every Bite

This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a quick and delightful dish, packed with flavor and perfect for any night.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta gluten-free pasta works great if needed
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken fresh or pre-cooked; ensure it's thawed if frozen
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic fresh garlic delivers the best flavor
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream coconut cream for dairy-free option
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese nutritional yeast as dairy-free alternative
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley dried parsley can substitute

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and toss with olive oil.
  2. Sauté minced garlic in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat for about 1 minute until fragrant and golden.
  3. Add bite-sized pieces of chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring until the sauce thickens.
  5. Gradually add Parmesan cheese while stirring until melted and blended into the sauce.
  6. Combine the drained pasta with the sauce in the skillet, tossing to coat well for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Serve the pasta in bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Always use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Adjust cheese and cream carefully to prevent curdling.

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