Description
A creamy and delicious German-inspired dish featuring tender chicken breast cooked in a rich cream and Parmesan sauce, served over perfectly al dente pasta and garnished with fresh parsley. This comforting meal combines simple ingredients for a quick yet elegant dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 2 Hühnchenbrustfilets (chicken breast fillets)
Sauce
- 200 ml Sahne (cream)
- 100 g frisch geriebener Parmesan (freshly grated Parmesan)
- 2 Knoblauchzehen, gehackt (garlic cloves, chopped)
- 2 EL Olivenöl (tablespoons olive oil)
- Salz und Pfeffer nach Geschmack (salt and pepper to taste)
Pasta
- 250 g Pasta (e.g., Spaghetti)
Garnish
- Petersilie (parsley, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breast fillets and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Add the garlic: Once the chicken is browned, add the chopped garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not burnt.
- Make the sauce: Pour the cream into the pan, bringing it to a gentle boil. Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese and continue stirring until the cheese melts completely and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Cook the pasta: Meanwhile, cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente according to package instructions, then drain.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Gently fold the cooked pasta into the creamy Parmesan sauce, ensuring it is evenly coated without breaking the spaghetti strands.
- Plate and garnish: Serve the pasta topped with the chicken breasts and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute cream with half-and-half or a low-fat cream alternative.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and melting quality.
- Be careful not to overcook the chicken to keep it juicy and tender.
- Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some heat.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Keywords: Chicken, Cream Sauce, Parmesan, Pasta, Quick Dinner, German Cuisine
