Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer, then stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce, toss to combine, and heat through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Ensure not to overcook the chicken to maintain tenderness.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
- Finish with extra Parmesan for a cheesier flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Contains dairy, gluten
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg