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Best Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta

Best Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta – Easy & Creamy

Description

Welcome, food lovers! If you’re looking for a delicious, easy-to-make dinner recipe that’s packed with rich flavors and creamy goodness, this Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is just what you need. Whether you’re a fan of garlic butter chicken, a lover of creamy pasta dishes, or just searching for a quick weeknight meal, this recipe is guaranteed to satisfy.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 2 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Garlic Butter Sauce:

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Pasta:

  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta (or any pasta of choice)
  • ½ cup pasta water (reserved)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Step1: Prepare the Chicken

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and season them with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step2: Cook the Pasta

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
  3. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set the pasta aside.

Step3: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce

  1. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes (if using).
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
  5. Slowly add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until smooth.

Step4: Combine Everything

  1. Slice the cooked chicken breasts into strips.
  2. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing it in the creamy sauce.
  3. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  4. Top with sliced garlic butter chicken and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic instead of garlic powder for a stronger, more aromatic flavor.
  • If you prefer a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
  • To make it a spicy garlic butter chicken pasta, add more red pepper flakes.

Find it online: https://recipesbysophia.com/best-garlic-butter-chicken-pasta-easy-creamy/