Description
Creamy Chicken Pasta is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich, velvety sauce, creating a delightful meal perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering them on the counter for easy access.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken breast seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown and cooked through (6-8 minutes), flipping halfway.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant (30 seconds). Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer while stirring.
- Toss in drained pasta and Parmesan cheese; mix until coated. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water until desired creaminess is reached.
- Stir in spinach (if using) until wilted (1-2 minutes). Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 335g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg