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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, flavorful dish featuring tender, buttery chicken bites paired with a creamy, cheesy pasta sauce. It's a perfect comfort meal that’s quick to make and loaded with garlic, parmesan, and herbs.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Bites:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

For the Parmesan Pasta:

  • 8 oz pasta (fettuccine, penne, or your choice)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta: Boil pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • Prepare the chicken: Season chicken bites with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
  • Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown. Add butter and garlic, sauté for 1-2 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
  • Make the sauce: In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic. Add heavy cream, chicken broth, and Parmesan cheese, stirring until smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  • Combine: Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. Top with the garlic butter chicken bites.
  • Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan. Enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best creamy texture.
  • Swap heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.

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