Garlic Chicken Bits with Creamy Parmesan Pasta
Description:
Tender garlic-seasoned chicken bites served over a rich, creamy parmesan pasta. This comforting dish combines bold garlic flavor, juicy chicken, and velvety sauce for a hearty and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
For the Garlic Chicken Bits:
2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp
Salt & pepper to taste
½ tsp paprika (optional)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
200g (7 oz) pasta (penne, fettuccine, or linguine)
2 tbsp
3 cloves garlic, mince
1½ cups heavy cream
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt & pepper to taste
Optional: ¼ tsp red pepper flakes, fresh parsley for garnish
Cook Pasta:
Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
Cook Chicken:
Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
Cook 5–7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
Add minced garlic in the last 1–2 minutes, sauté until fragrant. Remove chicken and set aside.
Make Creamy Parmesan Sauce:
In the same skillet, melt butter and add minced garlic.
Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer.
Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. Add pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
Combine
Add cooked pasta and garlic chicken back into the pan. Toss well to coat in the sauce.
Cook 1–2 minutes more until everything is heated through.
Serve:
Garnish with chopped parsley and extra parmesan. Serve hot!
Total Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
Nutrition Info (Per Serving, makes 3)
Calories: ~620 kcal
Protein: 36g
Carbs: 42g
Fat: 34g
Fiber: 2g
Sodium: ~520mg
FAQs
Q: Can I use milk instead of heavy cream?
A: Yes, but add 1 tsp flour or cornstarch to thicken. Sauce will be lighter.
Q: What pasta works best?
A: Fettuccine or penne hold the sauce well, but any pasta is fine!
Q: Can I make it ahead of time?
A: Yes. Store in an airtight container and reheat with a splash of milk or water.
Q: Can I add vegetables?
A: Great with spinach, mushr
ooms, or steamed brocco