Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a delectable dish that features tender chicken enveloped in rich garlic butter, paired perfectly with creamy pasta. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or impressing guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Reduce heat, stir in the heavy cream, and gradually add the parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the creamy chicken mixture, stirring gently to coat. Top with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider swapping chicken for shrimp or adding vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stovetop.