Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a delicious and satisfying dish that promises to impress at any gathering or family dinner. This recipe features tender chicken bites sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, served over a bed of creamy pasta infused with the delightful flavor of Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of your choice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the fettuccine until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and cook the chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining butter and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream, simmer gently for about 3 minutes while stirring.
- Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth; season as desired.
- Return chicken to the skillet with the drained pasta; toss everything together until well-coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg