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Creamy Parmesan Chicken Pasta: A Delish Weeknight Dinner!

A creamy and delicious pasta dish featuring tender chicken and rich Parmesan cheese, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 620
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir to combine.
  4. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
  5. Stir in the frozen peas and Italian seasoning, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the peas are heated through.
  6. Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in lemon juice and herbs before cooking.
  • You can substitute the peas with spinach or broccoli for a different vegetable option.

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