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Creamy Garlic Parmesan Fettuccine

A rich and easy garlic-Parmesan fettuccine made in a silky cream sauce and finished with lemon and parsley.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 3 servings

Ingredients

  • 12 oz fettuccine 350 g
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 3 dashes ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat until the butter melts.
  • Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and just beginning to brown, about 30–60 seconds.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stir to combine, and season with salt and black pepper.
  • Lower the heat and simmer the sauce briefly until it reduces slightly and thickens, about 2–3 minutes.
  • Add the drained fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
  • Remove from heat, stir in the Parmesan and chopped parsley, then taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over each portion.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • Colander
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Wooden Spoon or Tongs

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor.
  • Reserve a splash of pasta cooking water to loosen the sauce if necessary.
  • Adjust salt to taste after adding Parmesan.