Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta that’s Easy to Love
This Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a deliciously light and easy dish that the whole family will love.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 8 ounces spaghetti or pasta of choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer; then stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
- Mix in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add the cooked pasta and stir to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half and half.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
Keywords: Healthy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta