Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Parmesan Pasta
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Parmesan Pasta—a dish that perfectly marries tender chicken coated in rich garlic butter with creamy, cheesy pasta. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests at gatherings, offering a comforting meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare your ingredients: Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic.
- 2. Cook the pasta: In salted boiling water, cook penne according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- 3. Sauté the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, cooking until golden brown (about 6-8 minutes).
- 4. Add garlic and butter: Reduce heat and stir in minced garlic and butter until fragrant.
- 5. Combine: Toss in drained pasta and Parmesan cheese. If the mixture appears dry, gradually add reserved pasta water until creamy.
- 6. Serve: Plate the dish and drizzle any remaining garlic butter sauce over it.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg