Description
Garlic butter chicken bites dance with creamy parmesan pasta in this irresistible comfort meal. Succulent chicken morsels nestled on silky noodles promise a quick, delectable dinner you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) chicken breast, cut into small pieces
Dairy and Cheese:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cooked pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Massage chicken pieces with a blend of salt and pepper, ensuring even coating for maximum flavor infusion.
- Melt butter in a spacious skillet over medium heat, allowing garlic to sizzle and release its aromatic essence until golden and fragrant.
- Carefully introduce seasoned chicken to the skillet, allowing each piece to develop a rich, caramelized exterior by cooking undisturbed for 3-4 minutes per side.
- Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, creating a flavorful liquid base that will gently simmer the chicken to perfect doneness at 165°F internal temperature.
- Transform the sauce by whisking in velvety heavy cream and nutty Parmesan cheese, stirring until the mixture becomes luxuriously smooth and integrated.
- Introduce cooked pasta directly into the skillet, gently folding the noodles to ensure they’re thoroughly coated with the creamy, garlicky sauce.
- Plate the dish by artfully arranging the golden chicken bites atop the creamy pasta, finishing with a vibrant sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and fresh herbaceous flavor.
Notes
- Opt for boneless, skinless chicken thighs for extra juiciness and flavor compared to chicken breasts.
- Pat chicken pieces dry before seasoning to ensure a perfect golden-brown sear and prevent steaming.
- Adjust garlic intensity by adding roasted garlic for a milder, sweeter taste or fresh minced garlic for a sharper kick.
- Use gluten-free pasta or zucchini noodles to make the dish low-carb and suitable for different dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg