Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta: A Healthy Dinner Delight
Discover the perfect balance of flavor and health with this Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta recipe, ideal for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Balanced
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add the shredded chicken and cook until heated through.
- Mix in the cooked pasta and parmesan cheese, stir to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding crushed red pepper flakes.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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