Garlic Butter Chicken with Parmesan Pasta (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, bite-sized pieces

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

05 - 1 teaspoon paprika

06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

07 - Salt and pepper to taste

08 - 300g (10 oz) pasta

09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

10 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

11 - 1 1/2 cups heavy cream

12 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

13 - 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

14 - 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, plus extra for garnish

01 - Cook pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

02 - Season chicken with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook in olive oil until golden. Add butter and garlic, cook 1-2 minutes more.

03 - In same skillet, melt butter with garlic. Add cream, bring to simmer. Stir in Parmesan and seasonings until thickened.

04 - Toss pasta with sauce and parsley. Top with chicken and extra parsley.

01 - Use freshly grated Parmesan for best results

02 - Can add red pepper flakes for heat

03 - Works with shrimp or tofu instead of chicken