Easy Parmesan Chicken Pasta
A creamy and flavorful pasta dish with tender chicken, a rich sauce, and nutty parmesan cheese, perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups pasta (any shape you prefer)
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- to taste Salt and pepper
- for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add your pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Gradually stir in the grated parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together until the pasta is well coated with the creamy sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy immediately!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month. Reheat in short intervals in the microwave, stirring frequently.