Garlic Butter Chicken Parmesan Pasta (Print Version)

Juicy chicken with garlic butter and creamy parmesan pasta makes a quick and comforting dinner.

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
02 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine
05 - 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
06 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
07 - Salt to taste
08 - Pepper to taste
09 - Fresh parsley, optional

# Steps:

01 - Mince garlic and cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
02 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
03 - Add minced garlic, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
04 - Stir in heavy cream and remaining tablespoon of butter; add grated parmesan cheese to create a creamy sauce.
05 - Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
06 - Combine drained pasta with the chicken and sauce in the skillet, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.