Description
A delightful dish that combines the richness of buttery garlic chicken with creamy, cheesy pasta, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., fettuccine or penne)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté until fragrant, about 1–2 minutes.
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until golden brown. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce and chicken, and toss to coat.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
For an extra flavor boost, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and herbs for about 30 minutes before cooking. Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg