Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta, a comforting dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe brings tender chicken bites sautéed in a luscious garlic butter sauce, paired with fettuccine pasta coated in creamy Parmesan. Whether you’re preparing a weeknight dinner or hosting friends, this meal is sure to impress. In just seven easy steps, you can create a satisfying entrée that combines simplicity and taste, making it an ideal choice for families and busy individuals alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of your choice
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook fettuccine until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat and sauté the chicken until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes). Remove chicken from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic; sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently while stirring for about 3 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth; season as desired.
- Return chicken to skillet along with drained pasta; toss until well-coated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 120mg