Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Savory Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a rich, comforting dish featuring juicy chicken in garlic butter sauce and creamy parmesan pasta. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Garlic Butter Chicken Bites:
- 2 large chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
- 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine, penne, or spaghetti)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water (as needed)
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Butter Chicken Bites:
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces, seasoning with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- Add the minced garlic and remaining butter, stirring well for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Finish with a splash of lemon juice and remove from heat. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and set aside.
- Prepare the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Lower the heat and gradually stir in parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.
- Add the drained pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Assemble the Dish:
- Plate the creamy parmesan pasta and top with garlic butter chicken bites.
- Garnish with extra parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Vegetable Boost: Add spinach, mushrooms, or roasted cherry tomatoes.
- Spicy Kick: Increase red pepper flakes or add a dash of cayenne.
- Protein Swap: Use shrimp, turkey, or tofu instead of chicken.
- Cheese Options: Try a mix of parmesan and pecorino romano.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: garlic butter chicken, creamy parmesan pasta, easy chicken pasta, weeknight dinner, comfort food