Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta

Created on June 30th, 2025 at 09:58 am

Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta in 30 Minutes

Golden garlic butter chicken meets rich, creamy parmesan pasta in this weeknight wonder meal. It’s quick, satisfying, and downright crave-worthy.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 8 oz fettuccine or linguine
• 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• ½ cup heavy cream
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley (optional), chopped for garnish

🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the ingredients: Mince the garlic and cut chicken into small chunks.
2. Cook the chicken: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tbsp butter. Add chicken and sauté until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5–7 minutes.
3. Add garlic: Toss in garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant (but not browned!).
4. Make the sauce: Add the cream, remaining 2 tbsp butter, and parmesan. Stir until melty and creamy.
5. Cook the pasta: Boil fettuccine until al dente. Reserve ¼ cup pasta water before draining.
6. Combine everything: Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss in the sauce. Loosen with pasta water if needed.
7. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and dig in while it’s hot! 🌿

💡 Pro Tips

• Always use fresh garlic — it makes a huge difference.
• Want a veggie twist? Add spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, or mushrooms.
• No heavy cream? Try half-and-half with a little butter added in.
• Leftovers reheat beautifully with a splash of milk!