Description
A hearty dish featuring tender chicken bites sautéed in rich garlic butter, served with velvety pasta and a creamy Parmesan sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of your choice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add fettuccine, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Sauté the Chicken: In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Make the Garlic Butter: Add remaining butter and minced garlic to the skillet, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Incorporate the Cream: Pour in heavy cream, raise heat to a gentle simmer, and stir frequently for about 3 minutes.
- Add the Cheese: Whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Combine Everything: Return cooked chicken to the skillet with drained pasta, toss gently to coat in the sauce.
Notes
For added depth of flavor, marinate the chicken in Italian herbs for 30 minutes before cooking. Optional: add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg