Description
Southern Style Creamy Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant veggies, and a rich, creamy sauce that envelops your favorite pasta. Perfect for cozy evenings or family gatherings, this comfort food classic is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, making it a crowd-pleaser. Each bite bursts with flavor, leaving everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs total)
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups spinach (fresh)
- 1 bell pepper (sliced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and sliced bell pepper to the skillet; sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream; stir gently and let simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Add cooked pasta and freshly grated Parmesan cheese; mix well to coat all ingredients.
- Fold in fresh spinach right before serving; plate while hot and garnish if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 360g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 110mg