Description
Juicy, garlicky chicken bites tossed in a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce—this Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is the ultimate comfort meal! Quick, easy, and bursting with flavor, it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or when you want something extra delicious without too much effort.
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Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Bites:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
For the Parmesan Pasta:
- 12 oz pasta (fettuccine, penne, or spaghetti work well)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
- ½ cup pasta water (reserved from boiling pasta)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set the pasta aside.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken Bites
- In a bowl, season the chicken bites with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, add butter and garlic, and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Toss the chicken in the garlic butter. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Let cook for 2 more minutes until smooth.
- Add reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed.
Step 4: Combine & Serve
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
- Return the garlic butter chicken bites to the skillet and mix everything together.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Don’t Overcook the Chicken – Keep the heat at medium-high and cook just until golden and juicy.
Use Fresh Parmesan – It melts better and gives the sauce a rich, creamy texture.
Reserve Pasta Water – Helps loosen up the sauce if it gets too thick.
Add Veggies – Sautéed spinach, mushrooms, or broccoli make great additions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Cuisine: Italian-American