Description
Garlic butter chicken with creamy parmesan pasta delivers a luxurious dining experience that blends rich, savory flavors in one irresistible dish. Cheesy, tender chicken nestled over silky pasta promises a comforting meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Garlic and Herbs:
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Butter and Sauce Ingredients:
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Pasta:
- 12 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
Garnish:
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Trim chicken breasts and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Combine minced garlic, dried oregano, basil, salt, and pepper in a small mixing bowl to create a robust seasoning blend.
- Evenly coat chicken breasts with prepared herb mixture, ensuring complete coverage.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Carefully place seasoned chicken breasts into hot skillet, cooking for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside, keeping warm.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt butter until slightly foamy.
- Pour chicken broth and heavy cream into skillet, whisking continuously to create a smooth sauce.
- Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese into sauce, stirring until completely melted and sauce thickens slightly.
- Simultaneously, cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes.
- Drain pasta and return to pot, then pour creamy parmesan sauce over noodles, tossing gently to coat evenly.
- Plate pasta and top with seared chicken breasts.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for added brightness and visual appeal.
Notes
- Pat chicken breasts completely dry to achieve a beautiful golden-brown sear and prevent steaming instead of browning.
- Create a consistent seasoning layer by gently pressing herbs into chicken surface, ensuring maximum flavor penetration.
- Use a meat thermometer for precise doneness, preventing overcooking and maintaining juicy chicken texture.
- Transform this recipe gluten-free by substituting regular pasta with zucchini noodles or certified gluten-free pasta alternatives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg