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Creamy Chicken Pasta

Creamy Chicken Pasta

This Creamy Chicken Pasta combines tender chicken, pasta, and a luscious sauce for an unforgettable meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • pot
  • skillet
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in heavy cream, gradually add Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Mix in soy sauce.
  5. Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and return to the skillet along with cooked pasta and spinach. Stir well to coat in the sauce.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 36gFat: 38g

Notes

Feel free to modify the recipe by substituting chicken with shrimp or tofu and adding different cheeses for a unique flavor. You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

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