Description
Garlic Butter Chicken is a succulent dish that combines juicy chicken bites with a rich, buttery garlic sauce, perfectly paired with creamy Parmesan pasta. This delightful recipe can be whipped up in just 30 minutes, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknight dinners or special occasions. Each bite delivers a burst of flavor that is sure to impress family and friends alike. Whether served over pasta, alongside a fresh salad, or as part of a hearty wrap, this savory meal radiates warmth and comfort. With its quick preparation and versatile serving options, Garlic Butter Chicken is destined to become a staple in your dinner rotation.
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
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large pan over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and cook chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove from pan.
- In the same pan, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (30 seconds). Return chicken to the pan and toss in the garlic butter sauce.
- In another pan, melt additional butter and sauté remaining minced garlic; stir in heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing it to a simmer.
- Whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth; season with salt and pepper. Toss cooked pasta with the sauce until well-coated.
- Serve creamy pasta topped with garlic butter chicken and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg