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Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta: A Quick, Creamy Delight!

A quick and creamy garlic butter chicken pasta dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 620
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Allow it to cook for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture back to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for another 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Add the cooked penne pasta and Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated in the sauce.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 36gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 23gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For added vegetables, consider tossing in some spinach or cherry tomatoes during the last few minutes of cooking.
  • To make it lighter, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream and reduce the amount of butter.

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