Ingredients
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- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 12 oz pasta (penne or spaghetti)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken slices with salt and pepper.
- Cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add cooked pasta and chicken to the skillet. Toss to combine and coat in the garlic butter sauce.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley over the top. Toss again until evenly coated.
- Serve hot garnished with extra parsley and Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as per taste.
- This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a light salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing, boiling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Celiac-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 560 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 105mg