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Ingredients:
For the Chicken Bites:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
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- 12 oz fettuccine or pasta of your choice
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Extra garlic butter (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions/Directions:
Cook the Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Chicken Bites:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and melt the butter.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic butter sauce.
Prepare the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:
- In a separate skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds.
- Stir in the heavy cream and chicken broth, and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine Pasta and Sauce:
- Toss the cooked pasta in the creamy Parmesan sauce, ensuring it’s fully coated.
Serve:
- Plate the creamy pasta and top with the garlic butter chicken bites.
- Drizzle with extra garlic butter if desired and garnish with fresh parsley.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
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