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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken That Will Warm Your Soul

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken is a comforting dish with rich flavors and cheesy twisted pasta.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Pound them thin for even cooking.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Adjust according to taste.
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for flavor.
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta Cook until al dente.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Toss with pasta before serving.
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Or consider half-and-half for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated or shredded.
For Finishing Touches
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing chicken.
  • to taste Fresh Parsley Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Pot
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken
  1. Trim and pat dry the chicken breasts, then season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add chicken, searing for 5-6 minutes on each side.
  3. Cook rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then toss with butter after draining.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickening.
  6. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth, adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Slice the rested chicken and combine it with pasta in the skillet, tossing to coat.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 450mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F. Use fresh garlic for optimal flavor.

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