Description
Enjoy a healthy and delicious dinner with this Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta recipe. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, this flavorful dish combines tender chicken, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and pasta coated in a creamy sauce. Ideal for protein-packed meal prep or a satisfying family dinner, it’s easy to make and full of savory goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 8 oz (about 2 cups) of your favorite pasta (gluten-free optional)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for a spicy kick)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or alternative milk for a creamier sauce
Instructions
- Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add the pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream or milk, then add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens. Sprinkle red pepper flakes if desired. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Add cooked chicken into the sauce. Toss in the cooked pasta and mix thoroughly. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat with a splash of milk or water to loosen the sauce, microwave in short intervals.
- This dish works well as a meal prep option, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg