Description
These Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta are a decadent and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy dinner at home. Tender chicken bites are cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce and combined with creamy Parmesan pasta for a delicious meal that will surely impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Bites:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
- 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Mince garlic and cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Add minced garlic, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Create the Sauce: Stir in heavy cream and remaining tablespoon of butter; add grated parmesan cheese to create a creamy sauce.
- Cook the Pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Combine and Serve: Combine drained pasta with the chicken and sauce in the skillet, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
