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Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta: A Quick, Delicious Recipe!

A quick and delicious recipe for Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta that combines tender chicken, garlic, and pasta in a rich butter sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces fettuccine or spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the fettuccine or spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it cook for about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and add the butter, stirring until melted and combined. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix well.
  6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic butter sauce. If the pasta seems dry, add a little reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
  7. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and mix until well combined. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • You can substitute the chicken with shrimp or vegetables like broccoli or spinach for a different twist on this dish.

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