Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta: The Easy Indulgence You’ll Love
A rich and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, garlic, and buttery pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Low-Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the diced chicken to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until no longer pink.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the skillet with the chicken and garlic butter mixture.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the red pepper flakes based on your spice preference.
- For extra creaminess, consider adding a splash of heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta