Description
A creamy and dreamy pasta dish that combines tender chicken with rich Parmesan and soul-soothing cream, perfect for cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package directions, then drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss the cooked fettuccine pasta in the sauce, ensuring every strand is coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley for added flavor and color.
Notes
This dish is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg