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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Parmesan Pasta

A delightful one-pan dish featuring tender chicken bites sautéed in rich garlic butter, served with creamy Parmesan pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Ingredients
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs Cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • 3 tablespoons Butter Divided for cooking.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika For seasoning.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt To taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper To taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Chili flakes Optional, for a spicy kick.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish.
Pasta Ingredients
  • 8 ounces Pasta Fettuccine, penne, or your choice.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For cooking.
  • 2 cups Heavy cream For the sauce.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese For the sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder For the sauce.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt For the sauce.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper For the sauce.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Optional, for added warmth.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Pot for boiling pasta
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

  1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with paprika, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Add another tablespoon of butter and stir to combine. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the remaining tablespoon of butter. Heat over medium heat, then pour in heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
  6. Toss cooked pasta into the creamy Parmesan sauce, then add the garlic butter chicken bites back into the skillet. Mix gently to combine.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

This dish is versatile; feel free to add your favorite vegetables or use different types of pasta.