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Pot Chicken Pasta with Garlic Butter

A bowl of Pot Chicken Pasta with Garlic Butter, topped with grilled chicken pieces, parsley, and grated cheese.
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A simple and comforting one-pot pasta dish featuring chicken, garlic butter sauce, and your favorite pasta.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 12 ounces fettuccine, penne, or linguine
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Add chicken to the pot and cook until lightly golden on both sides. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Add minced garlic to the pot and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pot to loosen any browned bits.
  5. Add the pasta to the pot, ensuring it is mostly submerged in the liquid.
  6. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  7. Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until a smooth sauce forms.
  8. Return the cooked chicken to the pot. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and Italian seasoning.
  9. Simmer gently until the chicken is fully cooked and coated in sauce.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Let the pasta rest for a few minutes before serving.
  11. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Using quality butter and fresh garlic enhances the flavor.
  • The pasta absorbs the sauce as it cooks, creating a creamy consistency.
  • Letting the pasta rest allows the sauce to thicken naturally.

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