Chicken Over Pasta
Indulge in the comfort of this irresistible Chicken Over Pasta recipe, where tender, golden-brown chicken breasts meet a rich and creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. Perfectly cooked spaghetti or fettuccine is tossed in a velvety mixture of heavy cream, melted butter, and freshly grated Parmesan, infused with aromatic garlic and Italian seasoning. The sliced chicken adds hearty protein and a satisfying texture, while fresh parsley provides a vibrant finishing touch. Quick to prepare in under 35 minutes, this dish is ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or an elevated weekend meal. Whether you're craving an easy pasta recipe or a creamy chicken delight, this dish serves up restaurant-quality flavors in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 8 ounces Spaghetti or fettuccine pasta
- for boiling Water
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature should read 165°F/74°C). Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside to rest.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining, then set the pasta aside.
In the same skillet used for cooking the chicken, lower the heat to medium and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and stir to combine. Lower the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and half of the chopped parsley. Mix well until the cheese has melted and the sauce is creamy.
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Plate the pasta on a serving dish, top with the sliced chicken, and garnish with the remaining parsley.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2364 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.7 g | 203% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.1 g | 390% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 628 mg | 209% | |
| Sodium | 3389 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.9 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 137.1 g | 274% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 538 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 227 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
