Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp. of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tbsp. of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
- Reduce the heat to low and slowly pour in the heavy cream, whisking constantly to prevent curdling. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese, dried parsley, and the cooked chicken. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.
Notes
For best results, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese. The key to a creamy, velvety sauce is slowly incorporating the cream while whisking constantly to create a stable emulsion. Adjust the garlic and Parmesan amounts to suit your personal taste preferences.
