Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Parmesan Pasta is a delightful comfort food dish that combines tender chicken pieces sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, served alongside creamy Parmesan pasta. This recipe is quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. With its irresistible flavors and inviting aroma, it’s sure to become a family favorite that warms the heart and fills the belly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 stick unsalted butter (1/2 cup)
- 8 oz pasta (your choice, such as fettuccine or penne)
- 1 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water, add pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Sauté the chicken: In a large skillet, melt half the butter over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (about 5 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Make the garlic butter sauce: In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute) then return chicken to skillet.
- Combine everything: Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with chicken and add grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well to coat.
- Serve: Plate generously, sprinkle with additional Parmesan and chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: For a different twist, substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu. Add seasonal vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat on the stove with broth for moisture.