Description
A savory dish featuring tender chicken and rotini pasta tossed in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rotini pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Combine the cooked rotini with the sauce, mixing well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Substitute chicken with shrimp for a different protein.
- Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
- Adjust garlic quantity based on preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Garlic Parmesan Chicken Rotini, pasta, chicken, Italian cuisine