Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Savory Creamy Parmesan Pasta - Restaurant-Quality Comfort!

This irresistible combination features tender, juicy chicken bites seared in aromatic garlic butter paired with luxuriously creamy Parmesan pasta. The chicken is perfectly seasoned and cooked until golden, while the pasta is enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce made with heavy cream, fresh Parmesan, and herbs. This restaurant-quality dish brings together the best of both worlds - succulent protein and indulgent pasta - for the ultimate comfort food experience that's ready in just 30 minutes.

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Base Preparation:
Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.
Flavor Infusion:
Slowly add spices or herbs of your choice, ensuring even distribution. This step enhances the depth of flavor.
Base Preparation:
Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.
Flavor Infusion:
Slowly add spices or herbs of your choice, ensuring even distribution. This step enhances the depth of flavor.
Base Preparation:
Begin by blending fresh fruits, yogurt, and honey until smooth. The mixture should have a creamy texture.
Baking Tips
Cut chicken into uniform pieces for even cooking
Don't overcrowd pan when cooking chicken
Use freshly grated Parmesan for smoothest sauce
Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency
Don't let cream sauce boil or it may curdle
Serve immediately while hot for best texture
Can substitute chicken thighs for extra juiciness
Add vegetables like broccoli or spinach for nutrition
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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Savory Creamy Parmesan Pasta - Restaurant-Quality Comfort!

This irresistible combination features tender, juicy chicken bites seared in aromatic garlic butter paired with luxuriously creamy Parmesan pasta. The chicken is perfectly seasoned and cooked until golden, while the pasta is enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce made with heavy cream, fresh Parmesan, and herbs. This restaurant-quality dish brings together the best of both worlds - succulent protein and indulgent pasta - for the ultimate comfort food experience that's ready in just 30 minutes.

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Ingredients

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For the Garlic Butter Chicken Bites:
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1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
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2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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4 tablespoons butter
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
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For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
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12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
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3 tablespoons butter
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
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Extra Parmesan for serving

Instructions

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Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
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While pasta cooks, season chicken cubes with Italian seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
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Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken bites in single layer.
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Cook chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Remove to plate.
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In same skillet, add 4 tablespoons butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Return chicken to skillet, toss with garlic butter, and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Keep warm.
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For pasta sauce, melt 3 tablespoons butter in large saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook 1 minute.
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Add heavy cream, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Remove from heat and gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
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Add drained pasta to cream sauce, tossing to coat. Add pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
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Serve pasta topped with garlic butter chicken bites, fresh parsley, and extra Parmesan cheese.