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Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe | Delicious Chicken Recipes

I’ll be honest, garlic butter chicken pasta is one of those meals that just makes life better. There’s something about the way tender chicken mingles with silky pasta and that buttery garlic sauce that feels both comforting and a little indulgent. I remember the first time I made this dish after a long day—one bite and suddenly the world seemed calmer. We all need those recipes with chicken that don’t ask too much of us but still deliver big flavor. This one checks every box. Think of it as a chicken garlic parmesan recipe that flirts with garlic pasta recipes in the best way possible. It’s creamy without being heavy, garlicky without overpowering, and just fancy enough to serve when friends drop by, but simple enough for a Tuesday night. What I love most is that this recipe has the soul of all the great Chicken Pasta Recipes I grew up with but adds a buttery twist that keeps you going back for another forkful. If you’ve ever searched for recipes chicken or dreamed of the perfect chicken butter recipe, this is it. You’ll want to keep it in your back pocket for those nights when you need a reliable dinner that makes everyone happy.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: chicken butter recipe, chicken garlic parmesan recipe, Chicken Pasta Recipes, chicken recipes, garlic pasta recipes, recipes chicken, recipes with chicken
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Linda

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 300 g pasta of your choice
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper. In a large pan, melt 1 tbsp of butter over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add remaining butter to the same pan. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Let it simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. Return the chicken to the pan and toss with the sauce.
  7. Add the cooked pasta and gently combine everything.
  8. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.