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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

This easy garlic butter chicken bites recipe with creamy parmesan pasta is the perfect weeknight dinner.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
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Servings: 4 servings
Author: Lila

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts, diced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until golden brown.
  3. Add butter and minced garlic; sauté for another minute.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring until combined.
  5. Add parmesan cheese and stir until sauce thickens.
  6. Mix in the cooked pasta and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half. You can also add spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.