Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken bites in a garlic butter and parmesan sauce, served over fettuccine or penne.
Ingredients
- 3-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic minced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 8 oz pasta fettuccine or penne
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Once the chicken is cooked, add minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly until it reaches a gentle simmer. Add parmesan cheese and mix until melted and smooth.
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and add to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to coat.
Notes
For an authentic Italian touch, use fettuccine pasta. Penne pasta is also a great alternative if preferred.