Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

4 servings
Are you looking for a quick and easy dinner that everyone will love? This Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is it. I usually make a double batch, so there are plenty of leftovers for lunch the next day or for someone looking for a midnight snack. Tender bites of garlicky, butter chicken served over a bed of creamy parmesan pasta, what could possibly be better than that. Super kid friendly and hit with even the pickiest of eaters.

Ingredients

  • boneless)

    skinless chicken breasts (cubed

    2
  • butter
    3 tbsp
  • garlic cloves

    minced

    4
  • paprika
    1 tsp
  • salt and pepper
    to taste
  • heavy cream
    1 c
  • grated parmesan cheese
    ½ c
  • pasta

    your choice

    8 oz
  • olive oil
    1 tbsp
  • fresh parsley

    for garnish

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    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.

  3. 3

    Reduce heat, add 2 tbsp butter and minced garlic to the pan, cooking until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes). Remove chicken and set aside.

  4. 4

    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).

  5. 5

    Toss cooked pasta in the creamy sauce, then add the garlic butter chicken bites on top.

  6. 6

    Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot.

  7. 7

    Note: You can add a splash of pasta water if the sauce is too thick.

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

5.0(23)30 min4 servings

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About this Recipe

Looking for that perfect weeknight dinner that satisfies everyone at the table, even the pickiest eaters? This Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta delivers ultimate comfort in a flash, making it ideal for busy evenings.

What makes this dish a family favorite is the combination of juicy, garlic-infused chicken bites nestled over a bed of rich, creamy parmesan pasta. It’s a delightful symphony of flavors and textures, designed for speed and simplicity, ensuring plenty of delicious leftovers for lunch or a midnight snack.

You can expect a dish where every bite is a tender piece of chicken, generously coated in fragrant garlic butter, perfectly complemented by a luscious, velvety parmesan pasta. The pasta achieves that ideal creamy consistency, providing a satisfying backdrop to the savory chicken. This is a robust, comforting meal that feels indulgent but comes together with surprising ease, promising a delicious experience that appeals to all ages.

While this recipe shines as is, it's also wonderfully adaptable. You can easily choose your favorite pasta shape, from penne to fettuccine, to best suit your family's preference. For an extra pop of color and freshness, consider adding a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley right before serving.

Ideal for a busy weeknight, this hearty main course is designed to bring smiles to the dinner table. Serve it simply as is, letting the rich flavors speak for themselves.

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