Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

### **How to Make Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta**

#### **Step 1: Cook the Chicken Bites**
1. Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet.
2. Add the chicken bites and season them with salt, pepper, and dried Italian seasoning.
3. Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking.
4. Add the butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the chicken is coated in the garlic butter sauce. Remove from heat and set the chicken aside.

#### **Step 2: Prepare the Pasta**
1. While the chicken is cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
3. Return the pot to the stove and melt the butter over medium heat. Add the heavy cream and garlic powder, and stir until the mixture is smooth and heated through.
4. Gradually add the Parmesan cheese to the sauce, stirring constantly until the sauce is creamy and the cheese is melted. If the sauce is too thick, add some of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

#### **Step 3: Combine Chicken and Pasta**
1. Add the cooked chicken bites to the creamy Parmesan sauce and toss to coat.
2. Gently fold the cooked pasta into the sauce, ensuring that the pasta is well-coated with the creamy garlic Parmesan sauce.
3. Serve the dish immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley and extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

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### **Tips for Perfect Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta**

1. **Use Fresh Chicken**: Fresh chicken breasts will give you the juiciest, most tender bites. You can also use boneless, skinless thighs for a richer flavor.
2. **Adjust the Garlic**: If you’re a garlic lover, feel free to add extra garlic to the chicken or the sauce for more flavor.
3. **Customize the Pasta**: Feel free to swap out the pasta type to suit your preferences. Any shape of pasta will work well with this creamy sauce.
4. **Make it Spicy**: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce for a bit of heat.
5. **Leftovers**: This dish makes great leftovers! Just store the pasta and chicken in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat it on the stove or in the microwave.

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### **Why This Recipe is a Winner**

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, a rich garlic butter sauce, and creamy, cheesy pasta into one satisfying meal. It’s quick to make, packed with flavor, and perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a weeknight dinner, a family gathering, or a special treat. This dish is guaranteed to please everyone at the table.

Give this recipe a try the next time you need a hearty, flavorful meal, and enjoy every bite of this creamy, garlicky goodness!