Description
A delicious and creamy pasta dish with grilled chicken, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 300g spaghetti or fettuccine
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken:
– Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
– In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
– Remove from the skillet and let rest. Then, slice the chicken into strips. - Cook the Pasta:
– Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. - Prepare the Alfredo Sauce:
– In the same skillet, add butter and melt over medium heat.
– Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
– Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until smooth and cheese is melted. - Combine:
– Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat well.
– Arrange the sliced grilled chicken on top of the pasta. - Garnish and Serve:
– Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish.
– Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Adjust the thickness of the sauce by adding a bit more cream or pasta water as needed.
- Ensure the Parmesan is freshly grated for a smoother sauce.
- You can add vegetables like broccoli or spinach for more nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg