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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites: The Ultimate Comfort Dish

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are a quick and delicious comfort dish with tender chicken and creamy pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Bites
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter or olive oil for a lighter option
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic finely chopped
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or dairy-free cream alternatives
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese fresh is best
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta (Fettuccine or Penne) or zucchini noodles for a low-carb option

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Ingredients: Gather your ingredients and mince the garlic finely.
  2. Sauté Chicken: Heat butter in a skillet and cook chicken pieces until golden brown.
  3. Add Garlic and Seasoning: Stir in garlic, salt, and pepper, cooking for another minute.
  4. Create the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, add butter and parmesan, stirring until creamy.
  5. Cook the Pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions, reserving pasta water.
  6. Combine: Drain pasta and toss with chicken and sauce, adjusting sauce consistency as needed.
  7. Serve: Plate the dish immediately and garnish if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bitesCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, use fresh ingredients and be cautious with garlic to avoid burning. Reserve pasta water for adjusting sauce thickness.

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