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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites with Creamy Rotini

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites with Creamy Rotini Dinner Bliss

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites with Creamy Rotini is a comforting dish blending crispy chicken and smooth pasta for a family favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts Cut into bite-sized chunks.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to your taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be swapped.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Can substitute with regular breadcrumbs.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Consider Pecorino Romano for a twist.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Vegetable oil can be used.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Ghee or olive oil are dairy-free alternatives.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Always opt for fresh.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can use half-and-half or almond milk.
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Rotini Pasta Penne or fusilli are good substitutes.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Large pot
  • mixing bowls
  • tongs

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cut chicken breasts into even, bite-sized chunks and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Let rest for 10 minutes.
  2. Mix panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese in a bowl. Dredge seasoned chicken pieces in the breadcrumb mixture.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook breaded chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook rotini pasta according to package instructions for about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain well.
  5. Melt butter in the skillet, add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Pour in heavy cream and simmer, whisking until smooth.
  6. Add drained rotini to the creamy sauce and toss to coat. Adjust sauce thickness with reserved pasta water if necessary.
  7. Serve plated rotini topped with crispy chicken bites and garnish with chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is fully dried before breading for maximum crispiness. Store leftovers properly to maintain texture.

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