Description
This recipe for Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a delightful combination of tender chicken bites in a flavorful garlic butter sauce served over creamy Parmesan pasta. It’s a perfect dish for a cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Bites:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
- 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup reserved pasta water
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- Extra Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil the pasta in salted water, then drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken Bites: Season and cook the chicken until golden.
- Make the Sauce: Saute garlic, add flour, then whisk in cream and Parmesan.
- Combine: Toss pasta in the sauce, add chicken, and garnish before serving.
Notes
- For extra richness, add a splash of white wine before the cream.
- You can substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
- Chicken thighs can also be used for juicier bites.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
