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Instructions
- Cook the Pasta
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside. - Sauté the Chicken
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, and half the Italian seasoning. Cook until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside. - Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
In the same skillet, melt remaining butter. Add garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant. - Add Cream and Cheese
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese and remaining Italian seasoning. Let it simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened. - Combine Everything
Add cooked chicken and pasta into the sauce. Toss until well coated and heated through. Adjust seasoning if needed. - Serve & Garnish
Plate the pasta and sprinkle with chopped parsley and extra cheese, if desired. Serve warm.
Why You Probably Haven’t Heard of It
This recipe doesn’t have a trendy name. It’s not splashed across every TikTok feed or packaged in a meal kit box. But those who know it? They swear by it. It’s the kind of dish that earns its place in your kitchen through pure flavor and repeat performance.
It’s a “did-not-know-about-this” kind of discovery — and now that you do, you’ll want to share it.
Final Thoughts
Recipes like these remind us that great meals don’t always come from the spotlight. Sometimes they’re hiding in plain sight, just waiting to be discovered. So next time you’re staring into the fridge wondering what to make, pull out this recipe and remember: you didn’t know about it before, but now you’ll never forget it.
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