Description
This Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a delicious and comforting dish featuring tender chicken pieces sautéed in garlic butter, combined with rich and creamy parmesan pasta. Ready in just 35 minutes, it offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures that is sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
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Chicken Bites
- 2 chicken breasts (about 1 lb), cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Creamy Parmesan Pasta
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season them generously with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor.
- Cook Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until they become golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: Lower the skillet heat to medium. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the skillet and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, approximately 1 minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Make Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir continuously as you add the grated parmesan cheese until it melts into a smooth, creamy sauce.
- Combine Pasta and Chicken: Add the cooked fettuccine pasta along with the cooked chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything together well to evenly coat the pasta and chicken with the creamy Parmesan sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For best results, use freshly grated parmesan cheese instead of pre-grated options for a creamier sauce.
- You can substitute fettuccine with other pasta such as linguine or spaghetti if preferred.
- To make this dish lighter, consider using half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Make sure to cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions before adding it to the sauce.
- Fresh parsley adds bright flavor; feel free to substitute with basil or chives if desired.
