Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta
600kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 tbsp butter divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- to taste salt and pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your favorite)
Garnish & Extras
- to taste fresh parsley, chopped
Method
Cook the Chicken
- Cut chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
- Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown.
- Remove from the pan and set aside.
Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
- Melt the remaining butter in the same skillet.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Be careful not to burn the garlic—it should be fragrant, not bitter.
Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions.
- Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
Prepare the Creamy Parmesan Sauce
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet with garlic butter.
- Slowly whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes until it thickens.
- If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water to adjust consistency.
Combine & Serve
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly.
- Return chicken bites to the pan and stir everything together.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving1gCalories600kcalCarbohydrates60gProtein40gFat30gSaturated Fat18gSodium800mgFiber2gSugar2g