Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Parmesan Pasta 
Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 20 min | Servings: 2 | Calories per serving: ~650 kcal
Ingredients:For the Chicken:
2 boneless chicken breasts, cubed
2 tbsp olive oil 
1 tbsp butter 
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp smoked paprika 
1/2 tsp dried oregano 
Salt & pepper to taste 
1 tbsp honey 
(optional)
(optional)For the Pasta:
200g penne pasta 
1 tbsp butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream 
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Directions:Cook the pasta: Boil the penne according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the chicken: Heat olive oil in a pan, add cubed chicken, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes until golden. Add butter, garlic, and honey, cooking for another 2 minutes. Set aside.
Make the sauce: In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream, add Parmesan, and stir until smooth. Season with black pepper.
Combine & Serve: Toss pasta into the sauce, mix well, and plate with the garlic butter chicken. Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!
Pro Tip: Add a squeeze of lemon for a fresh zing! 