Description
Succulent garlic butter chicken bites mingle with creamy parmesan pasta in this irresistible comfort dish. Crispy, tender chicken nestled in silky noodles promises a luxurious dinner that satisfies deep cravings and delights dinner companions.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced into bite-sized pieces
Fats and Seasonings:
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning (optional)
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Pasta and Cheese:
- 3 cups cooked pasta (penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare a generously salted pot of water and cook the pasta until it reaches an al dente texture, then carefully drain and reserve.
- Select a spacious skillet and warm olive oil with a portion of butter over medium heat.
- Season the chicken pieces with a blend of salt, pepper, and aromatic herbs, ensuring even coverage.
- Introduce the seasoned chicken to the heated skillet, allowing each piece to develop a golden-brown exterior while maintaining juicy internal temperatures.
- Gently transfer the perfectly cooked chicken to a holding plate, preserving its succulence.
- Within the same skillet, melt additional butter and introduce finely chopped garlic, creating a fragrant base that will infuse the entire dish with rich, robust flavor.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, delicately coating each morsel in the luxurious garlic butter mixture, enhancing its overall depth and complexity.
- In a separate cooking vessel, create a velvety sauce by melting butter and incorporating heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate grated Parmesan cheese and a whisper of garlic powder, seasoning with salt and pepper to elevate the sauce’s sophistication.
- Allow the sauce to thicken and develop its creamy consistency, stirring periodically to prevent scorching.
- Combine the pasta with the luscious Parmesan sauce, ensuring each strand is elegantly coated.
- Artfully arrange the garlic-kissed chicken atop or integrate it within the creamy pasta.
- Present the dish immediately, garnishing with fresh parsley and an optional sprinkle of Parmesan for a final touch of culinary elegance.
Notes
- Choose chicken breast that’s uniform in size for even cooking and prevent dry or undercooked sections.
- Pat chicken pieces dry before seasoning to help achieve a perfect golden-brown exterior with crispy edges.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for richer, more authentic flavor compared to pre-packaged options.
- Keep heat at medium to prevent burning garlic and creating bitter sauce, which can ruin the delicate flavor profile.
- Customize pasta by substituting with gluten-free pasta or zucchini noodles for low-carb diets.
- Reduce butter and use milk instead of heavy cream for a lighter, less caloric version without compromising taste.
- Add red pepper flakes for subtle heat or experiment with different herbs like basil or oregano to personalize dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg