Savory chicken in a rich and creamy sauce, served over tender angel hair pasta. Its silky texture coats every bite with flavor.
This recipe is incredibly easy to make because it uses a convenient jarred sauce as a base. Try this next: Creamy Chicken Pasta.
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CREAMY ANGEL CHICKEN – Best Family Dinner
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 from 12 votes
Prep 10m
Cook 20m
Serves 4
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Ingredients
12 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 cup angel hair pasta, cooked according to package directions
Salt, to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions
1.
Season the chicken with thyme and pepper. In a large skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
2.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3.
In the same skillet, melt the remaining 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until slightly reduced.
4.
Stir in the cooked angel hair pasta and cooked chicken. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Storage Tip: Store leftover chicken and pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
