Ingredients
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- 8 oz pasta (penne or spaghetti)
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream or Greek yogurt
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken slices with salt and pepper, then cook until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Reduce heat, then stir in heavy cream or Greek yogurt, bringing to a simmer.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet, coating with sauce. Add cooked pasta and toss to combine.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust garlic and Parmesan according to taste preferences.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pasta.
- For added flavor, sprinkle with red pepper flakes or lemon zest.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Healthy, High-Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 125mg