Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bites
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chicken bites, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Reduce heat, pour in heavy cream, and stir in Parmesan cheese. Cook until sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
- Combine cooked pasta with sauce and chicken bites. Toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can add spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best taste.
- Serve immediately for optimal creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Nut-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
