Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: A Healthy Dinner Delight
Enjoy a delicious and healthy twist on pasta with this Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta recipe perfect for dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook until browned.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Toss in the cooked pasta and mix well.
- Add Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and parsley, stirring to combine.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes.
- Can substitute chicken with shrimp for a different twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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