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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken: Your Ultimate Comfort Meal

Enjoy a comforting dish of Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken that's rich, flavorful, and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Can substitute with chicken thighs for more juiciness.
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta Twisted shapes hold the sauce well.
For the Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated or shredded
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Forms the base of the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Used for sautéing
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing chicken
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor
  • to taste Pepper Essential for flavor
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Optional

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • pot
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Trim and pat dry the chicken breasts, then season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Let sit for a few minutes.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and sear the chicken for about 5-6 minutes on each side. Remove and let rest.
  3. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water, add rotini pasta, and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and toss with a little butter.
  4. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Make the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, simmer for 3-4 minutes, then gradually stir in parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. Combine Chicken and Pasta: Slice chicken into strips, add back to skillet with sauce, and toss in cooked pasta until evenly coated.
  7. Plate and Garnish: Serve on plates topped with chicken, drizzle with extra sauce, and garnish with parsley and extra parmesan if desired.
  8. Serve Immediately: Enjoy warm while the dish remains creamy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

To enhance flavors, always season chicken well. Avoid rushing the cooking for the best results. Stir to maintain sauce consistency and garnish for added freshness.

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