Description
A delightful dish that balances creamy richness with inviting crunch, perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (your choice)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup crunchy topping (like crushed crackers or French fried onions)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Begin by cooking your pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add Chicken: Stir in the shredded chicken and cook until heated through, around 3-5 minutes.
- Create the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Add the frozen peas and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate Parmesan: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt and create a creamy sauce. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine with Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and gently toss to coat each piece in the luscious sauce.
- Top with Crunch: Serve the dish warm, topping with your crunchy ingredient of choice to add texture.
Notes
For a vegan option, substitute chicken with chickpeas or tofu, and use coconut cream. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg