Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a mouthwatering dish that brings together succulent chicken bites enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce, paired with creamy parmesan pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is quick to make and packed with flavor. You’ll love how the tender chicken melds seamlessly with the creamy sauce, creating a comforting meal that delights both kids and adults. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal cleanup thanks to the one-pan method, you can elevate any dinner experience effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by cutting chicken into bite-sized pieces and mincing garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and cook chicken until golden brown (5–7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, seasoning with salt and pepper; sauté for another minute.
- Stir in heavy cream and remaining butter; add parmesan cheese gradually to create a creamy sauce.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Combine drained pasta with chicken and sauce in the skillet, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (360g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 115mg