Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Parmesan is the ultimate comfort food—a perfect marriage of tender chicken, rich garlic butter sauce, and a creamy Parmesan pasta. It’s a quick, indulgent meal that will satisfy your cravings and impress at the dinner table.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Bites:
- 1 lb chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For the Pasta and Sauce:
- 12 oz fettuccine (or your preferred pasta)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
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. - Prepare the Chicken Bites:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken bites and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside. - Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
Reduce the heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet and let it melt. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Return the chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic butter. - Prepare the Parmesan Sauce:
In a separate pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. - Combine the Pasta and Sauce:
Add the cooked pasta to the Parmesan sauce, tossing to ensure every strand is coated evenly. - Assemble the Dish:
Plate the pasta and top with the garlic butter chicken bites. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and creaminess.
- Cook the chicken in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan and ensure even browning.
- For extra flavor, drizzle some additional garlic butter over the finished dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American