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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta Recipe

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta Recipe
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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a delicious and comforting dish that combines tender chicken bites in a flavorful garlic butter sauce with a creamy Parmesan pasta. This recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

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For Chicken Bites:

  • 1 1/2 lbs (680g) chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp butter, divided
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

For Creamy Parmesan Pasta:

  • 12 oz (340g) pasta (penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups (360ml) heavy cream
  • 1 cup (100g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup (15g) chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Cook the Chicken Bites: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; cook for 1-2 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce: In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic; cook for 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream, stir, and add Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Combine with Pasta and Chicken: Add cooked pasta to the skillet, toss in the sauce. Return chicken bites to skillet, stir to combine with pasta and sauce.
  5. Serve: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot. Enjoy!

Notes

  • You can customize the level of heat by adjusting the amount of red pepper flakes added to the chicken bites.
  • Feel free to add more Parmesan cheese for an extra cheesy pasta dish.

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Keywords: Garlic butter chicken, Parmesan pasta, creamy pasta recipe, chicken pasta

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