Golden Garlic Chicken Bites over Creamy Parmesan Pasta

Here’s a delicious and indulgent recipe for Golden Garlic Chicken Bites over Creamy Parmesan Pasta—a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal perfect for dinner nights. 🍝🍗

🍗 Golden Garlic Chicken Bites

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for coating)
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan (optional for coating)
• 3 tbsp olive oil or butter (for pan-frying)
• Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prep chicken: In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, salt, pepper, and Parmesan (if using).
2. Coat chicken: Toss chicken pieces in the seasoned flour until evenly coated.
3. Cook: Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds, then add chicken in batches. Cook 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
4. Set aside: Once cooked, place chicken on a plate lined with paper towels.

🍝 Creamy Parmesan Pasta

Ingredients:

• 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Optional: pinch of nutmeg or red pepper flakes for depth

Instructions:

1. Cook pasta: According to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
2. Make sauce: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 1 minute.
3. Add cream: Pour in heavy cream and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes.
4. Melt cheese: Stir in Parmesan until sauce is smooth. Use reserved pasta water to loosen if needed.
5. Combine: Add drained pasta to the sauce and toss to coat. Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices.

🥄 To Serve:

1. Plate the creamy pasta.
2. Top with crispy golden garlic chicken bites.
3. Garnish with chopped parsley, more Parmesan, and cracked black pepper.

💡 Tips:

• Add sautéed spinach, mushrooms, or peas to the pasta for extra veggies.
• Make it spicy with crushed red pepper flakes or a drizzle of chili oil.
• For extra garlic flavor, roast garlic and mash it into the sauce.