Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

 

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

👉Ingredients:

 🚨For the Chicken Bites:

◾️1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

◾️2 tbsp cornstarch or flour

◾️1 tsp garlic powder

◾️Salt and black pepper to taste

◾️2 tbsp butter

◾️1 tbsp olive oil

◾️2 cloves garlic, minced

◾️Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

🚨For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:

◾️8 oz pasta (such as cavatappi or penne)

◾️1 cup heavy cream

◾️1 cup grated parmesan cheese

◾️1 tbsp butter

◾️Salt and black pepper to taste

👉Directions 👩‍🍳

✅️Prepare the Chicken:

Season chicken pieces with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss with cornstarch or flour to coat evenly.

Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute. Set chicken aside and keep warm.

✅️Cook the Pasta:

In a pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

✅️Make the Creamy Sauce:

In the same skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.

Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.

✅️Assemble:

Top the pasta with garlic butter chicken bites and sprinkle with chopped parsley and additional parmesan if desired.

👉Details:

🔹️Prep Time: 10 minutes

🔹️Cook Time: 20 minutes

🔹️Total Time: 30 minutes

🔹️Servings: 4

🔹️Calories: ~620 kcal per serving