Description
Indulge in the delightful Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Penne, a comforting dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe features tender chicken pieces enveloped in a luscious garlic butter sauce, served over perfectly cooked penne pasta. With its rich flavors and creamy texture, this dish promises to impress family and friends alike, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it also comes together in just 35 minutes, ensuring minimal fuss and maximum satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Cook the penne: Boil salted water, add penne, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté chicken: In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic, then chicken seasoned with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until golden brown and fully cooked; transfer to a plate.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, melt remaining butter over medium heat. Stir in heavy cream and milk until warmed. Add Parmesan and mozzarella; mix until smooth.
- Combine: Stir in Italian seasoning and the cooked penne until well coated in sauce. Return chicken to skillet and mix thoroughly.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with optional parsley or extra Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg