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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Pasta

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Garlic butter chicken bites with pasta is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken pieces in a rich garlic butter sauce served over perfectly cooked pasta. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests. The delightful flavors will leave everyone asking for seconds, making it a must-try for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 34 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients by chopping garlic and cutting chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
  3. In a large skillet, melt half the butter over medium heat. Sauté chicken bites seasoned with salt and pepper until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
  4. Remove chicken and add minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  5. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring well and scraping any flavorful bits from the skillet.
  6. Return cooked pasta to the skillet along with remaining butter and Parmesan cheese; mix until everything is coated in sauce.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
  • Calories: 590
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 690mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 17g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg