Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach or broccoli
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt, pepper, and Italian herbs to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping chicken into bite-sized pieces and mincing the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add seasoned chicken pieces; cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and spinach (or broccoli); sauté until fragrant and greens are wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream, scraping up flavorful bits from the skillet; let simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in cooked pasta and grated Parmesan cheese; mix until evenly coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese and fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg