Garlic Butter Chicken Parmesan Pasta (Print-Friendly Version)

Chicken balls in garlic butter with creamy Parmesan pasta—rich comfort perfect for quick and delicious dinners.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Chicken Balls

01 - 1 pound ground chicken
02 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
03 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
08 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
09 - 2 tablespoons butter, for cooking
10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil, for cooking

→ Creamy Parmesan Pasta

11 - 8 ounces fettuccine or spaghetti
12 - 2 tablespoons butter
13 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
14 - 1 cup heavy cream
15 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
16 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
17 - 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

→ Optional Garnish

18 - Fresh parsley, chopped

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly blend ground chicken, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until evenly combined.
02 - Shape the mixture into evenly sized balls, approximately 1-inch in diameter, and set aside on a tray.
03 - In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and add olive oil. Arrange chicken balls in the skillet and cook, turning periodically, for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
04 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook fettuccine or spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain and reserve briefly.
05 - In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
06 - Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously. Allow to simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to thicken slightly.
07 - Add grated Parmesan, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning to the skillet. Continue stirring until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
08 - Add the drained pasta into the sauce, tossing thoroughly to coat the noodles evenly.
09 - Arrange chicken balls atop the creamy pasta. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately while hot.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Use freshly grated Parmesan for a smoother, creamier sauce. Adjust seasoning to taste after combining the sauce.

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