Description
This Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta is a deliciously easy dinner recipe combining tender chicken breasts cooked in a flavorful garlic butter sauce with pasta, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal, it offers a rich, creamy, and hearty comfort food experience with a hint of Italian flair.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 oz (225g) pasta of your choice
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs or 680g)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Additional
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Prepare Pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season Chicken: Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add the unsalted butter and minced garlic. Sauté the garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn it.
- Add Liquids and Cheese: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring well to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then slowly add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until it melts and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add Cherry Tomatoes and Season: Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and optional red pepper flakes. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld and tomatoes to soften.
- Combine Pasta and Chicken: Slice the cooked chicken breasts into strips. Add the drained pasta and sliced chicken back into the skillet with the sauce. Toss everything gently to coat the pasta and chicken evenly with the creamy garlic butter sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the pasta for a fresh finish. Serve hot and enjoy your comforting Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta.
Notes
- You can use any pasta shape you prefer such as penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti.
- For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, but the sauce will be less rich.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level or omit them entirely.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For extra flavor, garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
