Description
A delicious creamy garlic chicken pasta with cherry tomatoes and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- for garnish Fresh basil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Pat dry with paper towels.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sear the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside to rest.
- Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, scraping up browned bits.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and cherry tomatoes, cooking until the sauce thickens and tomatoes soften.
- Slice the rested chicken and return it to the skillet. Add the cooked pasta and toss to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- This dish is best served immediately while hot.
- Feel free to add vegetables such as spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg