Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Savory Creamy Parmesan Pasta
Indulge in creamy Parmesan pasta topped with juicy garlic butter chicken bites—your new favorite quick and hearty meal!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb 450 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Pasta:
- 10 oz 300 g pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your favorite)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1½ cups 360 ml heavy cream
- ½ cup 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley plus more for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain and set aside.
Sear the Chicken Bites
- Season chicken with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Add butter and minced garlic; cook for 1–2 more minutes until aromatic.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
Prepare the Creamy Parmesan Sauce
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
- Let the sauce thicken for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently.
Combine Pasta and Sauce
- Add drained pasta to the creamy sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Stir in chopped parsley, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve
- Plate the creamy pasta and top with garlic butter chicken bites.
- Garnish with extra parsley and serve hot.