Garlic Butter Chicken Bites With Creamy Parmesan Pasta Recipe
This Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dinner. Tender chicken bites, cooked in a flavorful garlic butter sauce, are served with a rich and creamy Parmesan pasta that’s sure to satisfy. Perfect for busy weeknights or a comforting meal anytime!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing and Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
For Chicken Bites:
- Chicken breast or thighs, cubed
- Garlic, minced
- Butter
- Olive oil
- Paprika
- Salt and pepper
For Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
- Pasta of choice (fettuccine, spaghetti, or penne)
- Heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese, grated
- Garlic, minced
- Butter
- Salt and pepper
- Parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken cubes with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and sauté briefly. Set aside.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream, reserved pasta water, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Toss cooked pasta in the sauce until well coated.
- Serve the pasta topped with garlic butter chicken bites. Garnish with parsley, if desired.
Notes
- Adjust seasonings to taste.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Use fresh Parmesan for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg