Description
Sweet Chili Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta is a tantalizing fusion dish that beautifully melds sweet and savory flavors. This creamy pasta features tender chicken, rich garlic, and the delightful zing of sweet chili sauce all enveloped in buttery goodness. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this dish is sure to impress with its quick preparation and vibrant taste profile.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 12 oz spaghetti or fettuccine pasta
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup green onions (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add shredded chicken to the skillet along with sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and heavy cream. Stir well.
- Heat through for about 5-7 minutes to combine flavors.
- Toss in the cooked pasta until evenly coated.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Stir in chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg