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Quick Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta

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Looking for a meal that’s creamy, rich and full of flavor? Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta is your answer! This cozy, restaurant-style dish strikes the right balance between juicy chicken, a creamy garlic butter sauce, and properly cooked pasta. So, whether you’re serving this up for a weeknight dinner, or on a special occasion, you’ll have this one covered.

It’s not just super flavorful, but also super easy to make with simple ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. We’ll guide you through every step so you can make this restaurant-grade dish, even if you’re new to the kitchen.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

 

  • It’s simple and delicious, and can be made in under 30 minutes!
  • Great fun and good for both kids and adults.
  • Full of rich, garlicky flavor tempered with creamy sauce.
  • Simple, healthful ingredients that won’t break the bank.
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the chicken: 

  • 2 medium chicken breasts, cubed 
  • 1 teaspoon salt 
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper 
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (for a smoky kick) 
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil 

For the pasta: 

  • 12 oz (340g) penne or fettuccine pasta 
  • 1 tablespoon salt (for boiling water) 

For the garlic butter sauce: 

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely minced 
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for spice) 
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or sub with half-and-half for lighter sauce) 
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese 
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) 
  • Equipment Needed 

 

  • A large pot for boiling pasta.
  • A skillet or non-stick pan for sautéing chicken and making sauce. 
  • Tongs and a wooden spoon for stirring. 

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the pasta

Step 2: Season and cook the chicken

Step 3: Prepare the garlic butter sauce

Step 4: Toss pasta with chicken and sauce

Step 5: Garnish and Serve

 

Notes

How to Serve Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta

 

  • Serve with a crisp green salad for a complete meal.
  • Serve a crusty loaf of garlic bread to mop up the luscious sauce.
  • In terms of drinks, you can never go wrong with a nice chilled white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or a sparkling mocktail.

Nutrition Information (Per Serving) 

 

  • Calories: 520 kcal 
  • Protein: 29 g 
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g 
  • Fat: 27 g 
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g 
  • Cholesterol: 120 mg 
  • Sodium: 720 mg 
  • Potassium: 630 mg 
  • Fiber: 2 g 
  • Author: Susan M
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-inspired