Description
Garlic Butter Fettuccine with Chicken and Zucchini is a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken, vibrant zucchini, and perfectly cooked fettuccine in a rich garlic butter sauce. This recipe is not only quick and simple to prepare but also bursting with flavor, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With its comforting taste and beautiful presentation, this meal is sure to impress anyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 medium zucchini (sliced into half-moons)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Then add sliced zucchini and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until tender but still slightly crisp.
- Return sliced chicken to the skillet, then add butter and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until butter is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Toss in the cooked fettuccine until well coated in the sauce. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg