Chicken Fusilli

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Italian

Creamy chicken fusilli combines tender chicken strips, rich Parmesan cheese, and aromatic herbs in a comforting pasta dish perfect for family dinners.

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Ingredients

  • 2 to 3 chicken breasts (boneless and skinless), cut into strips
  • 2 Tbsp. oil
  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 box fusilli noodles
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 2 (1/2 pint) containers heavy cream
  • 1 Tbsp. basil
  • 1/2 tsp. parsley
  • garlic powder to taste

Instructions

  1. In a skillet, cook the chicken breast strips in oil and butter until browned and cooked through.
  2. Cook the fusilli noodles according to package directions; drain.
  3. In a large saucepan, combine Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, basil, parsley, and garlic powder.
  4. Cook slowly until thoroughly heated.
  5. Add the cooked noodles and chicken to the cheese sauce.
  6. Stir until well blended and serve.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

743 kcal 37% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 25.9g 52% DV
Total Fat 59.2g 76% DV
Carbs 31.7g 12% DV
Fiber 9.2g 33% DV
Sugar 1.4g 3% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 538mg 23% DV
Potassium 1879.5mg 40% DV
Cholesterol 96mg 32% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 85.3mcg 9% DV
Vitamin C 41.8mg 46% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 297.8mg 23% DV
Iron 16.5mg 91% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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