Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta, a quick and satisfying meal that comes together in just 20 minutes! This one-pot wonder features tender chicken coated in a rich, buttery garlic sauce, perfectly tossed with spaghetti for a delightful dinner. Ideal for both busy weeknights and cozy gatherings, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. With simple ingredients and minimal cleanup, it’s an effortless choice that doesn’t compromise on flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound thinly sliced chicken breasts
- 16 ounces spaghetti
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon thyme
- ½ teaspoon crushed pepper flakes
- ⅔ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh minced parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, and chicken bouillon.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chicken slices for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and crushed pepper flakes; sauté until fragrant.
- Return chicken to skillet along with drained spaghetti; toss to combine. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Adjust seasoning as desired and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg