Garlic Chicken Pasta

Category: Healthy DINNER | Calories: 680kcal | Protein: 42g

Al dente spaghetti tossed in aromatic extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes, topped with juicy grilled chicken breast strips and fresh Parmesan.

Ingredients for Garlic Chicken Pasta

• 200g chicken breast, grilled and sliced
• 150g high-quality spaghetti
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
• Fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1. Boil the spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain.
2. Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and paprika. Grill in a skillet until fully cooked, then slice into strips.
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Sauté sliced garlic and chili flakes for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Toss the spaghetti into the garlic oil, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water to emulsify.
5. Plate the pasta, arrange the warm grilled chicken slices on top, and garnish with fresh Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.

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