Chicken Alfredo Pastini

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

1 large boneless, skinless chicken breast (or 2

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1 tsbp paprika

Salt and black pepper to taste

1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Pastina:

1 cup pastina (acini di pepe, stelline, or orzo works too)

2 tablespoons butter

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

Salt and black pepper to taste

chopped parsley for garnish