Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt one tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for about 6 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously, then gradually add Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Return sliced chicken to the skillet along with drained fettuccine; toss until well combined.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg