Description
Garlic butter chicken bites with creamy parmesan pasta bring Italian-inspired comfort to dinner tables. Succulent chicken morsels draped in rich, herbed butter melt alongside silky pasta, creating a harmonious dish you’ll crave repeatedly.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta in generously salted boiling water until perfectly tender, then drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Select a spacious skillet and warm olive oil with butter over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Cut chicken into uniform bite-sized pieces and season comprehensively with paprika, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Carefully introduce seasoned chicken into hot skillet, allowing each piece to develop a rich golden exterior through periodic stirring.
- Once chicken reaches optimal doneness, incorporate minced garlic and optional red pepper flakes, sautéing briefly to release aromatic flavors.
- Transfer golden chicken pieces to a separate plate, maintaining their temperature and crisp texture.
- Utilize the same skillet to craft the luxurious sauce, melting remaining butter and introducing fresh garlic for immediate fragrance.
- Gently stream heavy cream into the skillet, establishing a smooth foundation for the sauce.
- Gradually incorporate Parmesan cheese, whisking continuously to create a silky, uniform consistency.
- Adjust sauce seasoning with precise salt and pepper measurements to enhance overall flavor profile.
- Introduce cooked pasta directly into the creamy sauce, ensuring each strand becomes completely enrobed.
- Reintegrate chicken bites into the pasta, allowing them to meld seamlessly with the sauce.
- Finish the dish by scattering freshly chopped parsley across the surface, adding a vibrant final touch.
- Serve immediately, presenting a harmonious blend of crispy chicken, creamy pasta, and aromatic herbs.
Notes
- Choose high-quality chicken breasts for tender, juicy bites that absorb flavors perfectly.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure crispy, golden-brown exterior when cooking.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for smoother, more authentic sauce texture and richer taste.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control spice level, making the dish adaptable for mild or spicy preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg