Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bites
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken bites, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and cooked through.
- Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, then stir in parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet, toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or lemon zest.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free option available
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg