Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Ricotta Alfredo Pasta
Elevate your dinner game with this irresistible dish that combines juicy chicken and a rich, creamy sauce! Perfect for any night, it’s a meal that the whole family will love!
Ingredients:
– 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup ricotta cheese
– 12 oz fettuccine or your favorite pasta
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 2 tbsp butter (divided)
– 4 cloves garlic, minced (divided)
– 1 tsp Italian seasoning
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Begin by preparing the chicken. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Place the seasoned chicken in the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add 12 ounces of fettuccine or your preferred pasta. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside, reserving a cup of the pasta water.
3. While the pasta cooks, return to the skillet used for the chicken. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in 1 cup of ricotta cheese, 1 cup of heavy cream, and 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Cook the mixture for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season it with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
5. Combine the cooked pasta with the creamy sauce in the skillet, tossing to ensure the pasta is well-coated. If the sauce seems too thick, gradually add some reserved pasta water until you achieve your desired consistency.
6. Slice the garlic butter chicken into strips and place it on top of the creamy pasta. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot for an enjoyable meal.
Nutritional Information: Approximately 550 calories per serving.
Time: Preparation time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 20 minutes.