Ingredients
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To make this indulgent dish, you’ll need a few simple ingredients. They’re easy to find and perfect for a family meal. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine until al dente. Drain and reserve a cup of pasta water.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown. Remove chicken from skillet.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet, sauté for 30 seconds, then stir in heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Gradually add Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Return chicken to the skillet, add fettuccine, and toss everything together. Adjust sauce thickness with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Garnish with parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- This recipe is great for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Feel free to add vegetables like broccoli or peas for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Meat-based
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg