Description
Succulent Creamy Parmesan Chicken Bites with Garlic Butter Pasta promise maximum flavor in minimal time. Crispy chicken pieces nestled over silky pasta create an irresistible meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (0.45 kg) chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsps butter, divided
- 8 oz (226 g) pasta (penne or rotini preferred)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Pasta Preparation: Immerse pasta in generously salted water, cooking until al dente. Drain, reserving a splash of starchy liquid, and set aside.
- Garlic Butter Foundation: Melt butter in a skillet, quickly sauté minced garlic until fragrant, releasing its robust aroma without burning.
- Chicken Transformation: Introduce chicken cubes to the aromatic butter, searing until golden and crispy, ensuring thorough internal cooking with a caramelized exterior.
- Parmesan Cream Sauce: In the same skillet, craft a luxurious sauce by whisking heavy cream and Parmesan, allowing the mixture to thicken into a silky, rich consistency.
- Flavor Harmonization: Season the sauce with salt and pepper, then fold in the cooked pasta, ensuring each strand is elegantly coated. If needed, incorporate reserved pasta water to achieve a velvety texture.
- Final Assembly: Reunite the golden chicken bites with the creamy pasta, gently mixing to distribute flavors evenly and create a cohesive, mouthwatering dish.
- Presentation: Garnish with freshly chopped basil and an additional sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately while the dish remains piping hot and irresistibly inviting.
Notes
- Pasta Water Magic: Reserve starchy cooking liquid to adjust sauce consistency, creating a silky, smooth texture that clings perfectly to pasta.
- Garlic Caution: Stir minced garlic quickly and briefly to release flavor without burning, preventing bitter undertones in the dish.
- Chicken Searing Technique: Develop a golden, crispy exterior on chicken by allowing pieces to cook undisturbed, creating delicious caramelization.
- Cheese Melting Wisdom: Whisk Parmesan continuously into sauce to prevent clumping and ensure a smooth, creamy consistency that coats pasta beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 669
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 530 mg
- Fat: 48 g
- Saturated Fat: 29 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 175 mg