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Golden pan-seared chicken cubes tossed with fettuccine in a glossy garlic butter sauce and fresh parsley

Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 12 oz fettuccine or linguine
  • 4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp sal t
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  • Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
  • Season the chicken cubes with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove chicken and set aside.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet and stir until melted. Add minced garlic and sauté for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add the cooked pasta and chicken to the skillet. Toss well to coat.
  • Stir in Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, adding reserved pasta water 1 tablespoon at a time to reach desired sauce consistency.
  • Serve hot.