Speedy Chicken Alfredo Quick and Creamy Weeknight Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
• ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) salt
• ¼ teaspoon (1.25ml) black pepper
• 1 pound (450g) fettuccine pasta (or other pasta shape of your choice)
• 8 cups (1.9 liters) water
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) salt for pasta water
• 4 tablespoons (57g) unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 teaspoons)
• 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
• ½ cup (60g) grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
• ¼ teaspoon (1.25ml) garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon (1.25ml) ground nutmeg (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) chopped fresh parsley, for garnish