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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites with Creamy Rotini

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites with Creamy Rotini Your Family Will Love

This Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites with Creamy Rotini recipe transforms an ordinary dinner into a cozy experience with crispy chicken and a rich pasta sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Bites
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts Cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adjust for desired heat
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can substitute with fresh garlic
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Finely grated
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Consider gluten-free options
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For frying
For the Creamy Rotini
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta Or alternatives like penne or fusilli
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can swap with olive oil
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fundamental for flavor
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Or Half-and-Half for fewer calories
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley For garnish

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Pot
  • Colander
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Let rest for about 10 minutes.
  2. Combine Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs in a shallow dish. Dredge each piece of seasoned chicken in the mixture.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add breaded chicken bites in batches and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot. Cook rotini according to package directions until al dente, about 9-11 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  5. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and whisk constantly while cooking.
  6. Stir in remaining Parmesan cheese until fully melted and smooth. Add drained pasta to the creamy garlic sauce and toss to coat.
  7. Serve the creamy rotini in bowls topped with crispy garlic Parmesan chicken bites and a sprinkle of chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a lighter option, consider air-frying or baking the chicken. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze chicken bites for up to 2 months.

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