Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2–3 boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4–5 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for one minute until fragrant.
- 4. Pour in heavy cream; let simmer for two minutes, then add grated parmesan cheese, stirring until melted.
- 5. Combine the drained pasta with the sauce and chicken, tossing until evenly coated.
- 6. Serve hot, topped with additional parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg