Description

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a savory, mouth-watering dish that’s perfect for a cozy dinner. The juicy chicken is seared in a rich garlic butter sauce, while the creamy Parmesan pasta complements it beautifully. This indulgent dish is a great way to treat yourself and your loved ones to a comforting, flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Bites:

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced into bite-sized pieces
3 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning (optional)

For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:

3 cups cooked pasta (penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti work well)
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Cook the Pasta:
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
Cook the Chicken Bites:
1. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Season the diced chicken with salt, pepper, and dried thyme or Italian seasoning.
3. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
4. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and set aside.
Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
1. In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of butter.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
3. Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet and toss it in the garlic butter sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to coat the chicken with the sauce.
Prepare the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
1. In a separate pan, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
2. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
3. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Let the sauce simmer for 3-5 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.
Combine the Chicken and Pasta:
1. Add the cooked pasta to the creamy Parmesan sauce and toss to coat.
2. Add the garlic butter chicken bites on top or mix them into the pasta.
Serve:
1. Serve the Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta warm, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

You can add extra vegetables like spinach or broccoli for added nutrition and flavor.
For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream and reduce the amount of butter.
For a bit of spice, add red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
Calories: 600
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 40g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 90mg