Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced
- 8 ounces of whole wheat pasta
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Chopped parsley for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken slices with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook chicken in the skillet until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet, combine with sauce, and toss with the cooked pasta.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and additional Parmesan if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute the heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
- For added vegetables, include spinach or cherry tomatoes during cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Healthy, Low-fat
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg