How To Make Creamy Chicken, Squash & Pecan Pasta
There’s a reason why pasta is a popular favorite. It’s such a multi-purpose dish that can be enjoyed in a multitude of ways. With so many pasta ideas to choose from, your biggest challenge will be deciding on which pasta recipes to go for!
Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
- 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the butternut squash and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
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Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet along with the chopped pecans. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until well coated in the creamy sauce.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Calories : 585kcal
- Total Fat : 33g
- Saturated Fat : 13g
- Cholesterol : 112mg
- Sodium : 312mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 54g
- Dietary Fiber : 6g
- Sugar : 5g
- Protein : 24g
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