Description
This recipe features a comforting and creamy pasta dish topped with tender garlic butter chicken bites. It’s a delightful combination of flavors that’s perfect for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Follow the package instructions to cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cubed chicken, cooking until the chicken is fully cooked and golden.
- Prepare the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the Parmesan cheese. Cook until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Combine and Serve: Toss the pasta with the creamy sauce. Top with garlic butter chicken bites and garnish with fresh basil. Serve warm.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked before adding the cream and cheese.
- Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Calories: 750 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g