Description

Indulge in a flavorful and comforting dish with tender garlic butter chicken paired with creamy Parmesan noodles. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, combining juicy chicken and rich pasta for a meal your family will love.

Ingredients

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2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste
8 ounces pasta (your choice)
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Cook the Pasta:
- Boil pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
- Season with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and cook for 3–4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Combine and Serve:
- Add the cooked pasta and chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything together to coat evenly in the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Add the cooked pasta and chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything together to coat evenly in the sauce.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.