Bite-size chicken cooked in garlic butter, then tossed with pasta in a smooth heavy cream and Parmesan sauce. A one-skillet dinner with a pot of pasta on the side.
Author:Dorothy Miller
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
8 oz pasta of choice
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Add chicken pieces to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and cooked through.
Reduce the heat to low, pour in the heavy cream, and stir together.
Add grated parmesan cheese to the skillet, stirring until melted and the sauce is smooth.
Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce and chicken, ensuring everything is well coated.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if desired.