Description
Garlic Butter Chicken is a delectable, quick dish that transforms tender chicken bites into a savory delight, paired with creamy Parmesan pasta for a rich, satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers, this recipe balances indulgence and convenience in under 30 minutes. The buttery garlic sauce envelops the chicken, creating a flavor-packed experience that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Serve it as a standalone main course or enhance it with fresh salad or crusty bread for a comforting feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic (4 for chicken, 2 for pasta)
- 12 oz fettuccine or preferred pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the pasta until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large pan over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Set aside.
- In the same pan, reduce heat to medium and melt reserved butter. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Return chicken to the pan.
- In another pan, melt more butter over medium heat; add garlic and sauté briefly. Gradually mix in heavy cream and chicken broth until simmering.
- Whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth; season to taste. Toss cooked pasta until evenly coated in the sauce.
- Serve by plating the pasta topped with garlic butter chicken, garnished with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg