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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

Plate the pasta and top with garlic butter chicken bites Recipe
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A delicious and comforting dish, Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a perfect combination of tender chicken in a flavorful garlic butter sauce served over creamy Parmesan pasta.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:

  • 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine, penne, or your choice)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken with paprika, salt, pepper, and chili flakes (if using). Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Add 1 tablespoon butter and minced garlic, stir to coat the chicken in garlic butter, then remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce: In the same skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water.
  4. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until evenly coated.
  5. Assemble the Dish: Plate the pasta and top with garlic butter chicken bites. Garnish with parsley, if desired.

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Keywords: Garlic Butter Chicken, Creamy Parmesan Pasta, Chicken Pasta Recipe

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