Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Cheesy Twisted Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender chicken in a creamy, garlicky sauce with twisty pasta. This dish is sure to impress at any gathering or simply when you want to indulge after a long day. The rich blend of flavors and delightful aroma will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for families or entertaining guests, this easy-to-make recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz twisted pasta (fusilli or gemelli)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sear seasoned chicken breasts for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, then pour in heavy cream and stir well.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning until melted and smooth.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Combine drained pasta with the sauce in the skillet, adding reserved pasta water as needed until fully coated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg