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Plate the pasta and top with garlic butter chicken bites Recipe

Plate the pasta and top with garlic butter chicken bites Recipe
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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a delicious and comforting dish that combines juicy chicken bites in a flavorful garlic butter sauce with a rich and creamy Parmesan pasta.

Ingredients

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Chicken Bites:

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Creamy Parmesan Pasta:

  • 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine, penne, or your choice)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken with paprika, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Cook in butter until golden brown.
  3. Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce: Combine olive oil, butter, heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and nutmeg in a skillet. Add Parmesan cheese and pasta water to adjust consistency.
  4. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Toss cooked pasta in the sauce until coated.
  5. Assemble the Dish: Plate pasta, top with garlic butter chicken bites, and garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • You can customize this dish by adding vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Feel free to adjust the seasoning to suit your taste preferences.
  • For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half or milk instead of heavy cream.

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Keywords: Garlic Butter Chicken, Parmesan Pasta, Creamy Pasta Recipe

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