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Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A creamy and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender chicken, garlic, and Parmesan in a rich butter sauce.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 12 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions 

  • Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
  • Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet, season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add butter to skillet, melt, then stir in garlic for 30 seconds. Pour in cream, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning, stirring until smooth.
  • Return cooked chicken to skillet, add pasta, and toss to coat. Serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle with additional Parmesan or fresh herbs before serving.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: chicken, Garlic, Pasta