Description
Experience restaurant-quality comfort in just twenty minutes with this luxurious Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta. This indulgent dish features perfectly al dente noodles coated in a velvety, rich garlic-infused cream sauce, elevated with savory chicken strips and freshly grated Parmesan. It is the ultimate hassle-free dinner solution for busy weeknights or a romantic date night at home, offering a sophisticated flavor profile that satisfies the soul without the wait time of delivery.
Ingredients
12 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup cooked chicken strips, finely diced
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and cracked black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the heavy cream and garlic powder, allowing the mixture to simmer gently for 3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Add the diced chicken strips to the skillet and heat through for 2 minutes.
Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth, glossy, and thick.
Toss the drained pasta into the skillet, coating every strand thoroughly with the creamy sauce, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to adjust consistency.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
Always save a half-cup of starchy pasta water before draining; it is the secret to emulsifying your sauce. Always use freshly grated Parmesan cheese rather than pre-shredded bags for the smoothest melt. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat with a tablespoon of milk to loosen the sauce.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 95mg