Ingredients
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- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, then add chicken breast and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Combine the cooked penne pasta with the sauce and chicken, mixing well.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken with shrimp or mushrooms for a different flavor.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes in the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg