Description
This Buttery Garlic Chicken Fettuccine is a creamy, comforting pasta dish that combines tender chicken breast, rich Parmesan sauce, and perfectly cooked fettuccine. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a flavorful and satisfying meal perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil water with salt, cook pasta per package directions, drain, and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: In a skillet, melt butter on medium heat, add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (5-6 minutes).
- Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Prepare Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, and add Parmesan cheese. Stir until creamy.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Toss cooked pasta with the sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Substitute gluten-free pasta if desired. Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for added flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta, Garlic Butter Chicken Fettuccine, Chicken Alfredo Fettuccine, Parmesan Garlic Chicken Pasta