Garlic Butter Chicken Bites With Creamy Parmesan Pasta
This comforting pasta dish features juicy garlic butter chicken bites paired with creamy Parmesan pasta. It's a quick and satisfying meal for any night of the week.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Colander
- Large skillet
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Wooden spoon
- Cheese grater
- Small bowl
Ingredients
Chicken Bites
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 tsp paprika
- salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tbsp butter divided
Creamy Parmesan Pasta
- 8 oz pasta your favorite
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated, plus extra for serving
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain the rest.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, season with paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook for 6–8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Add 2 tablespoons of butter and minced garlic to the chicken. Stir and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Transfer chicken to a plate.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, and stir over medium-low heat until creamy, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add drained pasta to the sauce and toss to coat. Add reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Return chicken to the pan, combine everything, and garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Feel free to use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken to save time. You can also add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for a twist.