✅ Golden Garlic Chicken Bites over Creamy Parmesan Pasta
Cozy Nights, Comforting Flavors
🔹 Ingredients:
1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
4 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
8 oz pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
🔹 Instructions:
▶️ Cook the Pasta:
➡️ Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain, reserving a bit of pasta water for the sauce.
▶️ Prepare the Chicken Bites:
➡️ Season chicken pieces with paprika, salt, and pepper.
➡️ Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes until golden. Remove and set aside.
▶️ Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
➡️ In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
➡️ Add garlic and cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
▶️ Add the Chicken Broth:
➡️ Pour in chicken broth and simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly reduced.
▶️ Add Cream and Parmesan:
➡️ Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Simmer 3–5 minutes until sauce thickens.
▶️ Combine Pasta and Chicken:
➡️ Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce. Add reserved pasta water if needed to loosen it.
➡️ Return the chicken bites to the skillet and heat 2–3 minutes until warmed through.
▶️ Serve:
➡️ Plate the creamy Parmesan pasta.
✅️ Top with golden garlic chicken bites.
✅️ Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
🔹 4 Tips for the Best Result:
◾️ Don’t overcook the chicken to keep it tender.
◾️ Use freshly grated Parmesan for the creamiest sauce.
◾️ Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.
◾️ Cook garlic gently to avoid bitterness.
