Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta
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30m
Serves 4
Directions
- 1Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2Heat olive oil in a skillet, season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown. Set aside.
- 3In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, and toss in the cooked chicken.
- 4In another skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic, add cream and chicken broth, then gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese. Simmer until smooth.
- 5Toss the cooked pasta in the Parmesan sauce. Serve topped with garlic butter chicken, drizzle extra sauce if desired, and garnish with fresh parsley.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 0 salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0 fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 12 oz fettuccine or pasta of your choice
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0 salt and pepper to taste
- 0 extra garlic butter (optional, for drizzling)
Equipment
large potskillet
Tips
- Adjust the consistency of the sauce by adding pasta water or chicken broth if it thickens too much.
- You can replace fettuccine with your favorite type of pasta.
- Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
- Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts? Yes, chicken thighs will add more moisture and richness due to their higher fat content.
- Can I make the sauce ahead of time? The creamy Parmesan sauce is best served fresh, but you can make it ahead and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat it gently on the stove, adding a bit of milk or broth to thin it out.
- What can I use instead of Parmesan cheese? Pecorino Romano or Grana Padano are great substitutes for Parmesan, offering a similar salty and nutty flavor.
- How do I store leftovers? Store the chicken and pasta separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop with a splash of broth to keep the sauce creamy.
- Can I freeze this dish? While the chicken can be frozen, the cream sauce may separate upon reheating. It’s best to enjoy this dish fresh.
- Spicy Chicken Bites: Add red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to the chicken seasoning for a spicy kick.
- Vegetarian Version: Substitute the chicken with sautéed mushrooms, zucchini, or eggplant. The creamy parmesan sauce pairs beautifully with vegetables.
- Whole Wheat or Gluten-Free Pasta: For a healthier or gluten-free option, swap regular pasta with whole wheat, gluten-free, or chickpea pasta.
- Herb-Infused Butter: Try adding fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary to the butter for a more aromatic flavor.
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