Garlic Butter Chicken Bites With Creamy Parmesan Pasta
  1. Cook the Pasta:

  2. Boil pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

  3. Prepare the Chicken:

  4. Season chicken with paprika, salt, pepper, and chili flakes (if using).

  5. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  6. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.

  7. Add 1 tablespoon butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir to coat the chicken in garlic butter. Remove chicken and set aside.

  8. Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:

  9. In the same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat.

  10. Add heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Bring to a simmer.

  11. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water.

  12. Combine Pasta and Sauce:

  13. Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until evenly coated.

  14. Assemble the Dish:

  15. Plate the pasta and top with garlic butter chicken bites. Garnish with parsley, if desired.

Course🍽️Main Course

Diets🥩Carnivore...

Category🍝Pasta

Cuisine🇮🇹Italian

Occasions🍲Comfort Food📆Everyday

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyEasy ⏰ 30m

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