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Creamy Parmesan Pasta with Garlic Butter Chicken Bites Recipe

Creamy Parmesan Pasta with Garlic Butter Chicken Bites Recipe
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Indulge in this decadent Creamy Parmesan Pasta with Garlic Butter Chicken Bites for a satisfying and flavorful meal that’s perfect for any day of the week. Tender chicken bites are coated in a rich garlic butter sauce and paired with creamy Parmesan pasta for a dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

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For the Garlic Butter Chicken Bites:

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:

  • 12 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Sauté chicken in olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
  2. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic in remaining butter. Stir in flour to create a roux. Whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Simmer until thickened. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until creamy.
  3. Cook the Pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve pasta water.
  4. Combine: Toss cooked pasta and chicken in the sauce. Adjust consistency with pasta water. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

  • You can substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
  • Enhance with red pepper flakes for heat or sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor.

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