Description
Garlic Butter Chicken is a delightful, creamy dish that brings together tender chicken bites and rich Parmesan pasta in under 30 minutes. This meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, satisfying both family and friends with its irresistible flavors. The garlic butter sauce adds depth, while the creamy pasta serves as a comforting base. Whether you enjoy it on its own or paired with vegetables, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 12 oz fettuccine or preferred pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove from the pan.
- In the same pan, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Return chicken to the pan and coat in the garlic butter.
- In another pan, melt additional butter, sauté garlic, then add heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and whisk in Parmesan until smooth.
- Toss cooked pasta in the creamy sauce, then serve topped with garlic butter chicken and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg