Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta 🍝🍗🧄
A delicious and comforting dish with juicy chicken bites coated in savory garlic butter, served over a creamy Parmesan pasta for the ultimate flavor combination!
Ingredients:
For the Chicken Bites:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces 🍗
2 tablespoons olive oil 🫒
2 tablespoons butter 🧈
4 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 🌿
½ teaspoon paprika 🌶️
Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
8 oz fettuccine or your favorite pasta 🍝
2 tablespoons butter 🧈
2 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
1 cup heavy cream 🥛
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) 🌿
Instructions:
Cook the Pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine (or your choice of pasta) and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
Drain and set aside, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
Prepare the Chicken Bites:
Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:
In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Combine Chicken and Pasta:
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the creamy sauce, tossing to coat the pasta in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water to thin it out to your desired consistency.
Add the garlic butter chicken bites back into the skillet, stirring gently to combine everything.
Serve:
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy this rich and flavorful dish!
Enjoy your Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta for a hearty and indulgent meal! 🍽️🍗🍝