Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a delightful meal that combines comfort and flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- 8 ounces pasta
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for sauce)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, add 2 cloves of minced garlic, and sauté for 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth, adding reserved pasta water as needed to adjust consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. Fold in the garlic butter chicken bites and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Use fresh chicken for better flavor.
- Cut chicken into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.
- Don’t rinse pasta after draining.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers and consume within 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600-700
- Sugar: 1-2 grams
- Sodium: 800-1000 mg
- Fat: 30-35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15-20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10-15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50-60 grams
- Fiber: 2-3 grams
- Protein: 40-45 grams
- Cholesterol: 150-200 mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Chicken, Creamy Parmesan Pasta, Easy Dinner Recipe