Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites paired with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a sensational dish that elevates any dinner table. Juicy chicken morsels are enveloped in rich garlic butter, harmonizing beautifully with luxuriously creamy pasta. This easy-to-make meal guarantees to impress family and friends alike, making it perfect for both casual weeknights and special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta (or pasta of choice)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tsp Italian herbs
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic and parsley.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; sauté until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (around 1 minute).
- Pour in heavy cream and stir in grated Parmesan until melted; let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain, reserving some pasta water.
- Combine drained pasta with the sauce in the skillet, tossing gently to coat; add reserved pasta water if needed for desired creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg