Description
A creamy, flavorful chicken and pasta dish that embodies the comfort of home, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces of pasta (your choice)
- 1 pound of chicken breast, diced
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1 teaspoon of dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
- Add the butter and garlic to the same skillet. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Allow the sauce to come together while stirring continuously to combine.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with the chicken and pour the seasoned butter sauce over it. Mix until the pasta is well coated.
- Garnish with dried parsley and an extra sprinkle of parmesan if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
Choose pasta shapes that hold sauce well, like penne or rotini. You can also use rotisserie chicken for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American