Chicken in Garlic Butter Pasta (Printable Version)
Tender chicken in garlic butter paired with creamy parmesan pasta.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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Salt and pepper as needed
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1 lb chicken breasts, cut into small chunks
→ Pasta & Sauce
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1 1/2 cups heavy cream
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2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (plus extra to top)
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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300g (10 oz) pasta of your choice
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1/2 teaspoon Italian herbs
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1/2 cup Parmesan, grated
# Steps:
01 -
Boil pasta in salty water as directed on the package. Once done, drain it and leave it aside.
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Sprinkle chicken with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Heat oil in a pan, cook chicken till golden brown, then melt butter in it. Toss in garlic and stir for another minute or so.
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Using the same pan, combine garlic and melted butter. Stir in cream and let it bubble softly. Mix in Parmesan and herbs, stirring until it thickens up.
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Mix the pasta into the prepared sauce along with some parsley. Add the chicken on top and finish with extra parsley if you like.
# Notes:
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For better flavor, use real Parmesan you grate yourself.
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Want more spice? Sprinkle some chili flakes in.
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Swap chicken with shrimp or tofu for something different.