Description
A delicious and creamy dish featuring tender chicken and cheesy twisted pasta, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups twisted pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the twisted pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add chicken breasts, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and slice it.
- In the same skillet, add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the sauce, tossing to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg