Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: A Quick and Delicious Dinner Recipe

Are you trying to find a dinner recipe that is quick, tasty, and filling? The ideal dish to wow your family or friends is this Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta. This recipe is a hit because it has al dente pasta, succulent chicken, and a thick, creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. It's also ready in half an hour! This dish is straightforward to follow and calls for basic ingredients, making it suitable for both novice and experienced cooks. Come on, let's cook!

Ingredients:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
8 oz (225g) fettuccine or your favorite pasta
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a kick)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Tools Required:
Big cooking pan or skillet
Large pasta-boiling pot
Wooden spatula or spoon
A chef's knife
A cutting board
Measurement spoons and cups
For Parmesan cheese, a grater

Ten minutes for preparation before cooking
20 minutes is the cooking time.
30 minutes in total.

Comprehensive Preparation Guidelines:
Prepare the pasta: 
Bring a big pot of water that has been salted to a boil. After adding the pasta, cook it as directed on the package until it's al dente. After draining, set away.

As the pasta cooks:
Prepare the chicken by seasoning the breasts with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C), 5 to 6 minutes per side. After taking the chicken out of the skillet and allowing it to rest for five minutes, cut it into strips.

To prepare the sauce:
Put the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in the same skillet. Add the minced garlic and lower the heat to medium. Sauté until aromatic, 1 to 2 minutes. To deglaze the pan and scrape away any browned pieces, add the chicken broth. Add the red pepper flakes (if using), heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the sauce is smooth and the cheese has melted.

Mix Everything:
Put the chicken slices and cooked pasta in the skillet. Mix everything together until the creamy sauce coats the pasta and chicken. To fully heat, cook for a further two to three minutes.

Garnish and serve:
By adding more Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, if preferred. Serve right away and savour!

Nutritional Information (per serving, serves 4):
Calories: 580 kcal
Protein: 38g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Cholesterol: 145mg
Sodium: 780mg
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 3g

Last Tip: 
Consider incorporating sautéed spinach or mushrooms into the sauce for an additional flavour boost. A clean green salad and a glass of white wine go well with this entrée. Remember to utilise the high-quality kitchen knives from Sharp Blades for smooth dicing and slicing—this is the key to quicker, safer meal preparation!