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Sure! Here’s a classic and delicious pasta recipe for you: **Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta with Chicken**. It’s a comforting dish that’s easy to make and sure to impress your taste buds.

**Ingredients:**
– 8 oz (225g) fettuccine pasta (you can use other pasta shapes if you prefer)
– 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup heavy cream (or substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version)
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/2 cup chicken broth
– 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped)
– Salt and black pepper to taste
– Red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)

**Instructions:**
1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water.

2. Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the sliced chicken with salt and pepper. Add the chicken strips to the skillet and cook until they are browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.

3. Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Lower the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for a couple of minutes.

4. Add the Cream and Cheese: Reduce the heat to low. Pour in the heavy cream and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.

5. Combine Everything: Add the cooked chicken strips back into the skillet, along with the cooked pasta. Toss everything together until the pasta and chicken are well coated with the creamy sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add some of the reserved pasta water a little at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.

6. Season and Garnish: Stir in the dried parsley and season with additional salt and black pepper to taste. If you like a little heat, sprinkle some red pepper flakes over the top.

7. Serve: Dish out the creamy garlic Parmesan pasta onto plates or bowls. You can garnish with additional grated Parmesan and parsley if you like. Enjoy while it’s warm!

This recipe serves about 2-3 people, but you can adjust the quantities according to your needs. Feel free to add some steamed vegetables like broccoli or spinach to make it even more nutritious and colorful. Enjoy your homemade creamy garlic Parmesan pasta with chicken!