Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Parmesan Spaghetti
Directions
- 1Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 3Add the chicken pieces and season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- 4Cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 5In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
- 6Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
- 7Add the cream cheese and stir until completely melted and smooth.
- 8Stir in the Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Cook gently, stirring, until the sauce becomes creamy and thick.
- 9Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss until well coated.
- 10Return the chicken to the skillet and gently mix everything together until evenly combined and heated through.
- 11Serve hot with extra Parmesan on top if desired.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1.5 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.75 tsp garlic powder
- 0.375 tsp paprika
- to taste Salt
- to taste black pepper
- 18 oz spaghetti
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.75 cup chicken broth
- 6 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1.5 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.75 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Equipment
large potlarge skillet
Tips
- Add fresh spinach or broccoli for extra color and nutrients.
- Sprinkle in red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- Swap spaghetti for fettuccine or penne if preferred.
- Leftovers reheat well with a splash of milk or cream to loosen the sauce.
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