Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a comforting, indulgent dish that combines juicy, tender chicken with a rich, creamy pasta. The garlic butter sauce infuses the chicken with a deep, savory flavor, while the creamy parmesan sauce creates a velvety coating on the pasta. This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, special occasions, or when you need something quick and satisfying that will impress anyone at your table.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cubed
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz pasta your choice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken cubes, season with paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Reduce heat, add 2 tbsp butter and minced garlic to the pan, cooking until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes). Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tbsp of butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the sauce thickens (about 3-4 minutes).
- Toss cooked pasta in the creamy sauce, then add the garlic butter chicken bites on top.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot.
- Note: You can add a splash of pasta water if the sauce is too thick.