Golden chicken pieces coated in aromatic truffle butter served over luxurious creamy parmesan pasta - an unforgettable 30-minute meal that's perfect for date nights or impressing dinner guests!
Ingredients
For the Chicken Bites:
- 500g boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons white truffle butter
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For the Creamy Pasta:
- 350g fettuccine (or pasta of choice)
- 2 tablespoons white truffle butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chicken stock (low sodium preferred)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Additional truffle olive oil for drizzling (optional)
Ingredient Notes
• Chicken thighs can substitute for breasts for more flavor
• Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water to adjust sauce consistency
• Freshly grated parmesan melts better than pre-shredded
• Add 1/4 cup white wine with cream for extra depth
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook pasta: In large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta 1 minute less than package directs for al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Step 2: Prepare chicken: Pat chicken pieces dry and season generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in single layer until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F), about 6-8 minutes total. Remove to plate.
- Step 3: Truffle butter coating: Reduce heat to medium. Add 4 tbsp truffle butter to same skillet. When melted, return chicken and toss to coat thoroughly in truffle butter. Keep warm.
- Step 4: Make sauce: In separate saucepan, melt 2 tbsp truffle butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in cream and chicken stock, bringing to gentle simmer (do not boil).
- Step 5: Finish sauce: Reduce heat to low. Gradually whisk in parmesan until completely melted and sauce is smooth. If too thick, add reserved pasta water 1 tbsp at a time. Season with salt and pepper.
- Step 6: Combine: Toss cooked pasta with sauce until evenly coated. Divide among plates, top with truffle chicken bites. Drizzle with truffle oil if desired and garnish with parsley.
Chef's Tips
• Cut chicken into even pieces for uniform cooking
• Don't overcrowd pan when browning chicken - cook in batches if needed
• Let sauce rest 2 minutes off heat before serving for ideal consistency
• For special occasions, garnish with fresh shaved truffle
Recipe Variations
Mushroom Version: Add 1 cup sliced wild mushrooms with garlic
Spicy Kick: Include 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes with chicken
Lighter Option: Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream
Extra Decadent: Stir in 2 oz cream cheese with parmesan
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (about 1.5 cups pasta + chicken)
Nutrition information is approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients used.
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