Buttery Garlic Chicken Bites and Creamy Parmesan Pasta
This Chicken and Pasta Recipe is a Stunning, Flavorful and Comforting Dish!
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken bites chicken breast
- 3 tablespoons butter divided
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon chili flakes optional
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (optional)
- 8 ounces pasta penne, linguine, or your preferred shape
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg optional
Instructions
- First cook the pasta until al dente (check package instructions for exact time). Keep ½ cup of pasta water before draining your pasta.
- Second step is preparing the chicken. Coat the chicken bites with a mixture of paprika, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Heat up 1 tablespoon of butter in a large pan set over medium heat. Cook your chicken for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it cooks and turns brown. Add in 1 tablespoon of minced garlic and butter and mix to cover the chicken pieces with garlic butter. Remove from pan and put aside.
- Third step is making the creamy Parmesan sauce. Set the same pan over medium heat, add in 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil until heated. Pour in the heavy cream and add the garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if you choose to use it). Heat your pan to a gentle boil.
- Finally, combine the pasta and sauce, then assemble your dish. Start by tossing the cooked pasta in the sauce and mix until well coated. Serve the creamy pasta on a plate garnished with parsley and shredded cheese if desired, then top with the juicy chicken bites. Enjoy!