Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine or your favorite pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked chicken to the sauce and heat through.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add cooked vegetables like peas or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Comfort-food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 125mg