Creamy Garlic Chicken with Pasta
Tender chicken breast over creamy, garlicky pasta for a comforting and flavorful meal. Perfect for dinner nights!
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Ingredients:
For the chicken:
2 large chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
For the pasta and sauce:
250g fettuccine or tagliatelle pasta
2 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
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Steps:
1 Cook the chicken:
Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and fully cooked. Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing.
2 Cook the pasta:
In a pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3 Prepare the sauce:
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant about 1 minute. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Simmer gently, stirring, until the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper.
4 Combine:
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
5 Assemble the dish:
Slice the chicken and place it on top of the creamy pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
6 Serve and enjoy:
Serve immediately for a rich and satisfying dinner!
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This creamy garlic chicken pasta is indulgent, comforting, and packed with flavor.
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