Description
Garlic Butter Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken bites with rich garlic butter and creamy Parmesan pasta, all made in under 30 minutes. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, ensuring a satisfying meal that delights the entire family. With its simple preparation and delightful flavors, it’s destined to become a favorite on your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 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 salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove from heat.
- In the same pan, melt butter, add minced garlic, and sauté for 30 seconds. Return chicken to pan and coat with garlic butter.
- In another pan, melt additional butter, sauté more garlic, then whisk in heavy cream and chicken broth until simmering. Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Combine drained pasta with the creamy sauce, then plate with chicken on top.
- Garnish with parsley and drizzle extra garlic butter if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg