Description

Tender, juicy Garlic Butter Chicken Bites served over a rich and Creamy Parmesan Pasta make for the ultimate comfort meal! Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy chicken pasta recipe is packed with flavor, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

For the chicken bites:

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the creamy Parmesan pasta:

8 oz pasta (such as fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
1 tablespoon butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup pasta water (reserved)

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Instructions

Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Reserve ¼ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken bites, season with salt, pepper, and paprika, and cook for 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic butter sauce. Keep warm.
In a separate pan (or the same skillet after transferring the chicken), melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Pour in the heavy cream, bring to a simmer, and stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Add reserved pasta water as needed to thin the sauce.
Toss the cooked pasta in the creamy sauce until well coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve the creamy Parmesan pasta topped with garlic butter chicken bites. Garnish with fresh parsley. Enjoy!

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melt and flavor.
You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
Add spinach or broccoli for extra veggies!
Adjust garlic to taste if you love it extra garlicky.