Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bites
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add chicken bites to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and cooked through.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring well, and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce and chicken, toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts for enhanced flavor.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American-Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free not applicable
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 620 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg