Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a delicious and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken pieces with a rich, flavorful garlic butter sauce and creamy Parmesan-infused pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this 7-step recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends. Each bite bursts with savory goodness, making it a comfort food favorite that everyone will love. Serve it alongside fresh herbs, crusty bread, or a crisp salad for a complete meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of your choice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the chicken and sauté until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter, then add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream, bringing it to a gentle simmer while stirring frequently for about 3 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth; season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Return chicken to the skillet along with the drained pasta. Toss everything together until well-coated in the creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg