Description
Indulge in tender chicken bites coated in a garlicky glaze, served with creamy parmesan pasta that creates a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., fettuccine or penne)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Begin by boiling water in a large pot, adding salt once it reaches a rolling boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Melt the butter: Heat your large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.
- Cook the chicken: Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the skillet, season generously with salt and pepper, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden-brown.
- Sauté garlic: Toss in the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Add the heavy cream: Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring well to combine.
- Mix in the Parmesan: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese into the skillet and stir until melted.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Gently fold the cooked pasta into the skillet, tossing to coat evenly.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top before serving.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare the chicken and pasta in advance and combine just before serving. For alternate cooking methods, consider using an air fryer for crunchier chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg