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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Savory Creamy Parmesan Pasta

This dish features tender garlic butter chicken bites served over a bed of creamy, savory parmesan pasta. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it's a satisfying meal perfect for any night of the week.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian-American
Servings 4 People
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet
  • 1 Pot for boiling pasta
  • 1 Colander
  • 1 Mixing spoon
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 Knife and cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • 8 ounces fettuccine or spaghetti
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to low and add the butter and minced garlic to the skillet with the chicken. Stir well to coat the chicken in the garlic butter and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the garlic is fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In the same pot used for the pasta, combine heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook over medium heat until heated through. Slowly whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
  • Add the cooked pasta to the creamy sauce, tossing to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a little pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
  • Serve the creamy pasta topped with the garlic butter chicken bites. Sprinkle fresh parsley on top for garnish.

Notes

You can customize this dish by adding vegetables such as spinach or cherry tomatoes to the creamy pasta.
For a lighter version, consider using chicken thighs or reducing the amount of butter.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium-low heat or in the microwave.