Creamy Parmesan Pasta with Sautéed Garlic Butter Chicken Bliss
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Creamy Parmesan Pasta with Sautéed Garlic Butter Chicken. This dish features tender chicken sautéed in aromatic garlic butter, expertly paired with al dente pasta enveloped in a rich, velvety Parmesan sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe will impress and satisfy everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 12 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by finely chopping garlic and measuring out all components.
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and half of the butter over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth; bring to a simmer. Gradually stir in heavy cream, allowing it to thicken slightly (3-4 minutes). Add grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Slice chicken into strips and return to the skillet with the sauce. Toss in drained pasta until evenly coated; adjust seasoning if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg