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Cheesy Garlic Chicken Pasta

Irresistible Cheesy Garlic Chicken Pasta in 30 Minutes

Enjoy this Cheesy Garlic Chicken Pasta, a quick and comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti
For the Chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast cut into bite-sized pieces
For the Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can substitute with half-and-half
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
  • to taste Salt sea salt or kosher
  • to taste Pepper freshly cracked black
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté chicken pieces seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning for 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Then mix in mozzarella and Parmesan until smooth.
  5. Combine drained pasta with the sauce, tossing gently to coat, and heat for another minute. Serve garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Tip: Add veggies like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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