Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a quick, delicious, and flavor-packed dinner. The tender chicken bites are perfectly seasoned, sautéed to golden perfection, and paired with a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce. This easy recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Bites:
- 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine, penne, or your choice)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside. - Make the Chicken Bites:
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley. - Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:
In the same skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the heavy cream and bring it to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and garlic powder, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste. - Combine the Pasta and Sauce:
Add the cooked pasta to the creamy Parmesan sauce and toss to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to allow the pasta to absorb the sauce. - Serve:
Plate the creamy Parmesan pasta and top with the garlic butter chicken bites. Garnish with additional fresh parsley and serve hot. Enjoy your delicious meal!
Notes
- You can use any pasta variety you prefer, but fettuccine or penne works best for this creamy sauce.
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of extra Parmesan on top of the pasta before serving.
- Make sure to cook the chicken until golden brown for the best texture and flavor.
- This dish can be made in one skillet for easy cleanup!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (based on 4 servings)
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg