Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: slice chicken, mince garlic, and chop parsley.
- Cook the fettuccine in boiling salted water until al dente, reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Sauté the chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat until golden brown and cooked through, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream to the skillet, simmer, and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, adjusting consistency with pasta water if needed.
- Combine the chicken and pasta with the creamy sauce, tossing to coat.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning according to taste.
- For extra flavor, consider adding spinach or sun-dried tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-vegetarian