Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Chicken Pasta of Your Dreams. This delightful dish features tender chicken breast and perfectly cooked pasta, all enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce infused with garlic and Italian herbs. In just 30 minutes, you can serve a vibrant meal that’s not only satisfying but also visually stunning, perfect for impressing family and friends during any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the chicken and mincing the garlic.
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Add diced chicken, season with salt, pepper, and half of the herbs; cook until golden brown (about 6 minutes).
- Add minced garlic to the skillet; sauté for one minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and stir in Parmesan cheese along with remaining herbs; simmer for three minutes until thickened.
- Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with the sauce and chicken mixture, ensuring every noodle is coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 105mg