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Delicious Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

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Delicious Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a comforting, restaurant-style dish that pairs juicy, golden chicken bites with rich, creamy Parmesan-coated pasta for a cozy yet elegant meal.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • 12 oz pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or reserved pasta water
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: crushed red pepper flakes or lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Season chicken pieces with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in garlic butter. Keep warm.
  4. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and reserve some pasta water if not using chicken broth.
  5. In a separate saucepan or wiped skillet, melt butter, add garlic, then pour in cream and chicken broth or reserved pasta water. Simmer gently.
  6. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes or lemon zest.
  7. Toss cooked pasta in the sauce until evenly coated.
  8. Serve pasta topped with garlic butter chicken bites. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • Add spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra color and flavor.
  • Use shrimp instead of chicken for a seafood twist.
  • Swap cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • Try zucchini noodles in place of pasta for a low-carb option.
  • Add a squeeze of lemon for a fresh, bright finish.

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