Garlic Butter Chicken Bites (Printer-Friendly Version)
Tender garlic butter chicken bites melded with creamy Parmesan pasta for a cozy, flavorful dinner in under 30 minutes.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Chicken and Pasta
01 -
450 grams chicken breast, cubed
02 -
225 grams dry pasta (penne or rotini recommended)
→ Creamy Sauce
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60 grams unsalted butter
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2 cloves garlic, minced
05 -
240 milliliters heavy cream
06 -
100 grams grated Parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings and Garnish
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add cubed chicken and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
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Pour heavy cream into the skillet with chicken. Gradually stir in grated Parmesan cheese. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens to a velvety consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat thoroughly with the sauce. Garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
01 -
Use freshly grated Parmesan for optimal melting and flavor.
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Avoid overcooking the chicken to retain juiciness.
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Simmer sauce gently to prevent curdling.