Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta Recipe
These delicious Garlic Butter Chicken Bites served with Creamy Parmesan Pasta are a flavorful and comforting dish perfect for a cozy night in. The tender chicken bites coated in a rich garlic butter sauce pair perfectly with the creamy pasta, creating a satisfying meal that is sure to please your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Garlic Butter Chicken Bites:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
- 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Mince garlic and cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Add minced garlic: Season with salt and pepper, sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream: Add remaining butter, grated parmesan cheese to create a creamy sauce.
- Cook pasta: According to package instructions until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Combine drained pasta: With the chicken and sauce in the skillet, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
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.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Chicken Bites, Creamy Parmesan Pasta, Chicken and Pasta Recipe
