🍗 Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta
🧄🍗 Chicken Bites
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 3 tbsp butter, divided
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Season chicken with paprika, salt, pepper, and onion powder.
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken in a single layer. Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Add garlic and remaining 2 tbsp butter to the pan. Stir for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Remove from heat. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.
🍝 Creamy Parmesan Pasta
Ingredients:
- 8 oz (225g) pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your favorite)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream (or half and half)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, spinach, or mushrooms
Instructions:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
- Pour in cream. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add cooked pasta. Toss to coat. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
🥣 To Serve:
- Spoon creamy Parmesan pasta onto plates or into bowls.
- Top with garlic butter chicken bites.
- Garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley.
🧊 Storage:
- Keeps in the fridge for 3–4 days.
- Reheat with a splash of milk or cream to loosen the sauce.
Would you like a lower-carb or diabetic-friendly version of this dish as well?