Succulent, pan-seared chicken bites tossed in a sweet and savory garlic butter glaze, served alongside rich, velvety cream-sauced spaghetti.
Yield: 4 servings
Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites:
1.5 lbs chicken breast or thighs, cut into 1-inch bite-sized cubes
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp onion powder
Salt and black pepper, to taste
3 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp honey (or brown sugar)
1 tbsp soy sauce
Creamy Alfredo Spaghetti:
8 oz spaghetti or linguine pasta
2 tbsp unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Garnish: Freshly chopped parsley
Instructions
1. Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
2. Season & Sear Chicken: Toss chicken bites with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
3. Glaze Chicken: Reduce heat to medium. Add 3 tbsp butter, minced garlic, honey, and soy sauce to the skillet with the chicken. Stir continuously for 2 minutes until the butter foams and coats the chicken in a sticky, glossy glaze. Transfer chicken to a plate.
4. Make Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet (or a separate pan), melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add 3 cloves minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer for 2 minutes.
5. Combine Pasta: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Toss in cooked spaghetti until well coated in sauce (add splashes of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen).
6. Serve: Plate the creamy Alfredo spaghetti alongside the glazed chicken bites and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Approximate Macros (Per Serving)
Calories: 680 kcal
Protein: 44g
Carbs: 52g (Sugar: 9g)
Fat: 34g