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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Cheesy Twisted Pasta

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Indulge in Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Cheesy Twisted Pasta, a comforting dish that’s quick and satisfying.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Can substitute with chicken thighs for a juicier bite.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta Opt for gluten-free if preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Used to toss the cooked pasta.
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Don't skimp for a luxurious finish.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated.
For Garnish
  • to taste Fresh Parsley Optional, for color.
  • to taste Extra Parmesan Sprinkle on top for added flavor.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Large Pot
  • Measuring Cups
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Pasta Strainer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Trim excess fat from chicken breasts, pat dry, and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Cook rotini pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour heavy cream into skillet and simmer for 3-4 minutes, then stir in parmesan cheese until melted.
  6. Slice the seared chicken and combine cooked rotini with the creamy sauce.
  7. Serve pasta topped with chicken, additional sauce, and garnish with parsley and extra parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider substituting heavy cream for a lighter option with half-and-half or a milk-chicken broth mixture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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