Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta Recipe
These Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta are a delicious and comforting meal that is easy to make. Tender chicken bites are cooked in a garlic-infused butter sauce and combined with creamy parmesan pasta for a satisfying dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Pasta:
- 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Mince garlic and cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook Chicken: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Add minced garlic, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Make Sauce: Stir in heavy cream and remaining tablespoon of butter; add grated parmesan cheese to create a creamy sauce.
- Cook Pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Combine: Combine drained pasta with the chicken and sauce in the skillet, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
Notes
- You can add a squeeze of lemon juice for a pop of freshness.
- Feel free to add vegetables like peas or broccoli for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Chicken, Parmesan Pasta, Creamy Pasta Recipe
