Description
A creamy and comforting pasta dish with garlic, Parmesan, and grilled chicken, perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (your choice)
- 2 chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Start by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions. Once it’s al dente, drain it and set it aside.
- In a large skillet, heat a bit of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté it until the aroma fills your kitchen—around a minute or so.
- Toss in the grilled chicken slices and cook for a few more minutes, ensuring everything is heated through.
- Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream or Greek yogurt, combining it for a creamy texture.
- Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese. Don’t forget to season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir until it’s all beautifully blended.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss it all together, making sure each strand gets coated in that luscious sauce.
- Serve up your delicious creation hot, garnished with fresh parsley for a touch of color and flavor.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: pasta, garlic, Parmesan, chicken, creamy, dinner