Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Tender chicken breast and fettuccine tossed in a creamy garlic and parmesan sauce, served hot and flavorful.

Prep Time15

Cook Time25

Total Time40

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Italian

Keyword: creamy garlic parmesan chicken pasta

Servings: people

Calories: 949kcal

Author: Vanjo Merano

Equipment

Large pot For boiling pasta
Skillet or sauté pan For frying chicken and preparing the sauce
Tongs For tossing the pasta evenly with the sauce
Mixing bowl For seasoning the chicken

Ingredients

8 ounces chicken breast
250 ml Nestle All-Purpose Cream
1 lb fettuccine
0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated
2 ounces cream cheese
5 cloves garlic minced
1 small onion minced
1 cup chicken broth
2 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons paprika
0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons garlic powder
3 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil for seasoning

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Instructions

Rub chicken breast with olive oil, then season evenly with salt, garlic powder, and paprika. Let it rest for 10 minutes before cooking.
8 ounces chicken breast, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 3 teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon olive oil
Boil 1 quart of water with 1 teaspoon of salt. Add the fettuccine and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
1 lb fettuccine
Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the seasoned chicken for 4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
8 ounces chicken breast, 3 tablespoons olive oil
Using the same pan with the remaining oil, sauté garlic until fragrant, then add onion. Continue sautéing until soft.
5 cloves garlic, 1 small onion
Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in dried oregano and paprika, and cook for 30 seconds to release the flavors.
1 cup chicken broth, 2 teaspoons paprika, 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
Add Nestle All-Purpose Cream, tomato paste, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously until smooth and creamy. Season with ground black pepper.
250 ml Nestle All-Purpose Cream, 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, 2 ounces cream cheese, 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper, 2 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce and toss well to coat evenly. Add pasta water gradually until you achieve the desired consistency.
1 lb fettuccine
Slice the cooked chicken and place it on top of the pasta. Serve warm and enjoy this creamy, flavorful dish.
8 ounces chicken breast

Notes

Reserve some pasta water to adjust the sauce thickness. The starch in the water helps the sauce cling better to the pasta.
For extra flavor, garnish with more grated Parmesan or fresh parsley before serving.

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