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Simple Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta for Busy Nights

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A quick and luxurious weeknight dinner featuring tender chicken, garlic butter sauce, and al dente pasta.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: None

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz pasta, any shape you like
  • 1 lb chicken breast, trimmed and patted dry
  • 4 tbsp butter, divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan, grated
  • 1/2 cup pasta water, reserved
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1/4 tsp chili flakes

Instructions

  1. Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken breast, seasoned with paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook until golden, about 4 to 6 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and melt the remaining butter in the skillet. Add minced garlic and chili flakes, sautéing until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the reserved pasta water and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Add the drained pasta and cooked chicken back into the skillet, tossing to combine.
  7. Stir in the grated Parmesan and parsley until evenly coated.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve immediately with lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

Cut chicken into even pieces for consistent cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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