Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a delicious and comforting dish that combines tender, juicy chicken bites sautéed in a rich, flavorful garlic butter sauce, paired with a luscious, creamy parmesan pasta. It's a perfect balance of savory, creamy, and cheesy, making it an ideal meal for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to a special family gathering.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken Bites:
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces— with Tasty Besty Food 1M.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
- For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
- 12 oz fettuccine or pasta of your choice
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Extra garlic butter optional, for drizzling
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken Bites: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken bites, seasoning with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic butter sauce.
- Prepare the Creamy Parmesan Sauce: In a separate skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds. Stir in the heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until smooth, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Toss the cooked pasta in the creamy Parmesan sauce, ensuring it’s well coated.
- Serve: Plate the creamy Parmesan pasta and top with the garlic butter chicken bites. Drizzle with extra garlic butter if desired and garnish with fresh parsley