This Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is rich, comforting, and packed with flavor. Juicy, golden chicken bites coated in garlic butter sit perfectly on top of creamy, cheesy pasta for a meal that feels like restaurant-quality but is easy enough for a weeknight dinner.
The buttery garlic flavor combined with a smooth Parmesan cream sauce makes every bite irresistible. It’s the kind of dish that disappears fast and quickly becomes a family favorite
Servings: 4 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
For the Chicken Bites
1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small cubes
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta
8 oz (225 g) fettuccine or penne pasta
1 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1½ cups heavy cream
½ cup chicken broth
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
¼ tsp chili flakes (optional)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Season the Chicken
In a bowl, toss chicken cubes with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Cook the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
Make Garlic Butter Chicken
In the same skillet, melt butter and add minced garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Return chicken to the pan and toss in garlic butter for 1–2 minutes. Set aside.
Prepare the Creamy Sauce
In another skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté briefly. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring gently.
Add Cheese
Let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes, then stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes if desired.
Combine Pasta
Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until fully coated.
Assemble and Serve
Top creamy pasta with garlic butter chicken bites. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Additional Notes
Tips for Best Flavor
Cut chicken evenly for even cooking
Do not overcook garlic
Add a splash of pasta water if sauce thickens too much
Meal Prep & Storage
Store in refrigerator up to 3 days
Reheat with a little milk or cream
Best served fresh
Nutritional Information (Approx. per serving)
Calories: 650–750
Protein: 35–40g
Carbs: 45–50g
Fat: 35–40g
Variations
Use shrimp instead of chicken
Add spinach or sun-dried tomatoes
Use lighter cream for reduced calories
