Description
Tender chicken bites sautéed in garlic butter, served with creamy Parmesan pasta. A rich, comforting meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or linguine preferred)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Pour in the heavy cream and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach the desired consistency.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use gluten-free pasta to make this dish gluten-free.
- Swap chicken with shrimp or tofu for variation.
- Include spinach, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes for added nutrition.
- Reheat gently on the stove to maintain sauce texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
