Description
A creamy, garlicky delight, this Garlic Butter Chicken Bites Pasta features tender chicken, a rich garlic butter sauce, and a perfect blend of Parmesan cheese. Ideal for a quick and comforting weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Extra grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Lightly coat the chicken in flour.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine the Sauce: Add chicken broth and simmer for 3 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and let it simmer for another 3-4 minutes.
- Add Chicken and Parmesan: Return the chicken to the skillet, stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, and adjust seasoning.
- Toss the Pasta: Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Serve: Garnish with extra Parmesan and chopped parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to use any pasta of your choice, such as penne or spaghetti.
- For an extra creamy sauce, add more heavy cream.
- If you prefer a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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