Description
A quick and easy creamy garlic and Parmesan pasta with grilled chicken, perfect for busy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of pasta
- 1 pound of grilled chicken, sliced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: In a large skillet, preheat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute, until fragrant—don’t let it brown!
- Step 3: Slowly add the heavy cream, stirring occasionally, and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Step 4: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Step 5: Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Step 6: Add the cooked pasta and grilled chicken, tossing everything together until well coated.
- Step 7: Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For best results, use freshly grated Parmesan for a smoother melt and richer flavor. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 880 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 75 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
Keywords: Comfort Food, easy meals, garlic parmesan, Italian Cuisine, pasta recipes