Quick Chicken Penne Alfredo

This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Minimal effort, simple ingredients, and just one pan — everything you need for a delicious Italian-style meal at home 

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts

• 3 cloves garlic

• 2 cups chicken broth (480 ml)

• 1 cup cream 18%–35% (240 ml)

• 200 g penne pasta

• salt and pepper to taste

• a pinch of nutmeg

• Italian herbs to taste

• 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

• vegetable oil for frying

Steps

1. Cut the chicken breasts into small cubes and fry in vegetable oil, stirring, for 5 minutes

2. Add minced garlic and continue cooking, stirring, for another 5 minutes

3. Pour in the broth and cream, season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg

4. Add the penne pasta, mix, and cover with a lid

5. Cook on low heat for 20 minutes

6. Add Parmesan cheese and mix well

7. Before serving, sprinkle with Italian herbs if desired