Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

🍗 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)

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Instructions:

1. Season chicken with paprika, salt, pepper, and onion powder.
2. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add chicken in a single layer. Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
4. Add garlic and remaining 2 tbsp butter to the pan. Stir for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.

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🍝 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

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Instructions:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
3. Pour in cream. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
4. Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
5. Add cooked pasta. Toss to coat. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.

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🥣 To Serve:

• Spoon creamy Parmesan pasta onto plates or into bowls.
• Top with garlic butter chicken bites.
• Garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley.

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🧊 Storage:

• Keeps in the fridge for 3–4 days.
• Reheat with a splash of milk or cream to loosen the sauce.

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Would you like a lower-carb or diabetic-friendly version of this dish as well?