🍗 Golden Garlic Chicken Bites over Creamy Parmesan Pasta - the ultimate comfort meal! 🍗

Ingredients:
For the Golden Garlic Chicken Bites:
1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
8 oz fettuccine pasta
1 tablespoon butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions:

Cook the Pasta:
Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving 1 cup of pasta water for later.

Prepare the Golden Garlic Chicken Bites:
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. Remove from heat and set the chicken aside.

Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cream slightly thickens.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese and continue to stir until the cheese has fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season with salt, pepper, and lemon zest (if using) to taste.

Combine the Pasta and Sauce:
Add the cooked fettuccine to the creamy Parmesan sauce, tossing to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add some of the reserved pasta water to thin it out.

Serve the Dish:
Serve the creamy Parmesan pasta on plates and top with the golden garlic chicken bites. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Enjoy your Golden Garlic Chicken Bites over Creamy Parmesan Pasta – a meal packed with flavor and comfort!

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Kcal: 600 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings