Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a quick and easy recipe featuring tender chicken bites in garlic butter sauce paired with pasta tossed in a creamy Parmesan sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is indulgent, flavorful, and family-friendly.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Bites:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
- 12 oz fettuccine or pasta of your choice
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Extra garlic butter (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Chicken Bites:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter.
- Once melted, sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet, toss in garlic butter sauce, and simmer for 1-2 minutes. Set aside.
- Prepare the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:
- In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce:
- Toss cooked pasta with the creamy Parmesan sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve:
- Plate pasta and top with garlic butter chicken bites.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and drizzle with extra garlic butter, if desired.
Notes
- Substitute chicken with shrimp, turkey, or tofu for variety.
- Add vegetables like mushrooms, spinach, or broccoli for more nutrition.
- Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and Boiling
- Cuisine: American
