Prep time: 10 mins | Cook time: 15 mins | Servings: 4
Ingredients
Garlic Butter Glazed Chicken Bites
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Creamy Garlic Alfredo Pasta
8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine pasta
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Freshly chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water, and set aside.
2. Season Chicken: In a bowl, toss the chicken bites with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until fully coated.
3. Sear Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces in a single layer and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
4. Glaze Chicken: Reduce heat to medium-low. Add 3 tablespoons butter, 4 minced garlic cloves, and honey directly to the pan. Toss chicken constantly in the melting garlic butter sauce for 1–2 minutes until glossy and deeply caramelized. Transfer to a plate.
5. Make Creamy Pasta: In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter and sauté 2 minced garlic cloves for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer for 2 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth and melted.
6. Combine & Serve: Toss cooked pasta into the creamy sauce (add reserved pasta water if needed to loosen). Plate the creamy pasta alongside the caramelized garlic butter chicken bites, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.