Description
Indulge in a comforting dish of Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken paired with Cheesy Twisted Pasta, perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines tender chicken in a rich garlic sauce with delightful pasta for a meal that satisfies.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Twisted pasta (fusilli or cavatappi)
- Heavy cream
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh garlic
- Fresh spinach
- Low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt
- Pepper
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add your twisted pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water for later.
- While the pasta cooks, season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil if needed. Reduce the heat to medium, and add minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and the sauce thickens slightly. If it's too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
- Toss in the fresh spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
- Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat in the creamy sauce. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Plate the creamy garlic Parmesan chicken with cheesy twisted pasta and garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy your meal!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: Use fresh garlic and high-quality cheese for the best flavor. Customize with additional vegetables like sun-dried tomatoes or mushrooms for extra nutrition.