Description
Golden seared garlic butter chicken and rich, creamy Parmesan pasta come together in this indulgent yet easy recipe. It’s a comfort food classic you can whip up on a weeknight, yet fancy enough for a dinner party. Perfect for anyone craving quick dinner ideas or comforting food ideas with a gourmet twist, this dish delivers on both flavor and texture. If you’re after an easy recipe that tastes restaurant-worthy, this is one to keep in your rotation.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into chunks
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Parmesan Cream Pasta:
8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
2 tablespoons butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups heavy cream
¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain.
- Sauté chicken in olive oil and butter with seasoning until golden and cooked through. Add garlic at the end and set aside.
- Make sauce by melting butter, cooking garlic, and whisking in flour. Slowly add heavy cream and let simmer.
- Add Parmesan and stir until melted and smooth. Use pasta water to adjust thickness if needed.
- Toss pasta in sauce and return chicken to skillet. Garnish with parsley and more cheese.