Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or spaghetti)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken strips, seasoning with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir in Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce becomes creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
- You can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream for a lighter sauce.
- Serve immediately for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy, High-Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 125mg