Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta is the ultimate comfort dish that brings rich flavors and satisfying textures to your dinner table in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this recipe features tender chicken sautéed in a luscious garlic butter sauce, tossed with al dente spaghetti, and finished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. It’s a one-pot meal that’s easy to prepare and customize, making it a favorite for both kids and adults alike. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or garlic bread for a complete dining experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound thinly sliced chicken breasts
- 16 ounces spaghetti
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs (thyme, paprika)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, bouillon, garlic powder, paprika, and thyme.
- Cook chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Boil salted water in another pot; cook spaghetti until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Return chicken to skillet; add drained spaghetti and reserved pasta water as needed. Stir in Parmesan until melted.
- Serve garnished with additional cheese and parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg