Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta – Easy Recipes Favorite
Juicy garlic butter chicken bites served over rich, creamy parmesan pasta make this one of the top easy recipes for busy weeknights.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Reduce heat and simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and add to the creamy sauce.
- Return chicken to the skillet and combine with the pasta.
- Garnish with red pepper flakes and fresh parsley before serving.