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There’s something undeniably comforting about a dish that brings together tender chicken bites and a rich, creamy pasta. Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Savory Creamy Parmesan Pasta is the quintessential comfort meal, perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or special gatherings. This recipe combines the succulent flavors of garlic and butter with the creamy richness of Parmesan pasta, creating a dish that is sure to impress anyone at your table.

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Savory Creamy Parmesan Pasta

Indulge in a hearty meal with these Garlic Butter Chicken Bites paired with Savory Creamy Parmesan Pasta! This easy recipe combines juicy chicken tossed in garlic butter with rich fettuccine coated in a luscious parmesan sauce. It's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend treat. Ready in just 30 minutes, serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon and garnish with parsley for a burst of flavor. Your family will love this dish!
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Ingredients
  

For the Garlic Butter Chicken Bites:

1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon paprika

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Lemon wedges (for serving)

For the Savory Creamy Parmesan Pasta:

8 oz (225g) fettuccine or your favorite pasta

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Salt and black pepper to taste

Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)

Instructions
 

Prepare the Pasta:

    - Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

      Cook the Chicken Bites:

        - In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.

          - Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and sprinkle them with onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 6-8 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through.

            - In the last minute of cooking, add the minced garlic and the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet, stirring until fragrant (about 1 minute). Remove from heat.

              Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:

                - In another skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the heavy cream, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired.

                  - Bring to a simmer and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Once the cheese has melted and the sauce is creamy, season it with salt and black pepper to taste.

                    - If the sauce is too thick, gradually whisk in some reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.

                      Combine:

                        - Add the cooked pasta to the creamy Parmesan sauce, tossing to coat.

                          - Gently fold in the garlic butter chicken bites and mix until everything is well combined.

                            Serve:

                              - Divide the garlic butter chicken and creamy pasta among bowls.

                                - Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side for a fresh squeeze of flavor.

                                  Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4