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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites With Creamy Parmesan Pasta Recipe

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This Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta recipe is a rich and flavorful dish featuring tender, juicy chicken bites cooked in garlic butter, served over a creamy parmesan pasta. It's a quick and easy meal, perfect for busy weeknights or a comforting dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Bites:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:

  • 8 oz pasta (fettuccine, penne, or spaghetti)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
  • ½ cup reserved pasta water

Instructions

  • Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining. Set aside.
  • Prepare the Chicken Bites: In a skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken, season with paprika, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  • Add Garlic and Broth: Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Simmer for 2 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  • Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Mix until smooth.
  • Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. Use reserved pasta water to adjust consistency if needed.
  • Serve: Top pasta with garlic butter chicken bites. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra parmesan. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Use boneless chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
  • Adjust spice levels with more red pepper flakes.
  • Swap heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.

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