Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound (450g) chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 ounces cooked pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce and chicken, toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Adjust garlic and cheese quantities to taste for a richer or milder flavor.
- Use cooked, drained pasta for best texture.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg