Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine or spaghetti)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chicken bites and season with salt and pepper; cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, then stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet, toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for variation.
- Adjust garlic and cheese quantities to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Italian
- Diet: Nut-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 140mg