Description
Cheesy Garlic Chicken Bites with Buttered Rotini is a delightful and easy-to-make dish packed with tender chicken, rich mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, and a flavorful garlic butter sauce. This comforting meal is perfect for busy weeknights or any time you’re craving something cheesy and savory. Pair it with rotini pasta tossed in garlic butter for an added touch of creaminess and flavor.
Ingredients
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1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
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2 tbsp olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tbsp chopped parsley
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8 oz rotini pasta
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
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1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
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Cook Rotini: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and toss with butter and garlic powder.
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Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and fully cooked through.
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Add Cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the cooked chicken. Stir occasionally until the cheese melts and the chicken is fully coated.
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Combine & Serve: Serve the cheesy garlic chicken bites over the buttered rotini. Garnish with chopped parsley and enjoy!
Notes
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For extra creaminess, you can add a bit of heavy cream when melting the cheese.
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If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the paprika.
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For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pasta and check that your chicken is free from any gluten-containing ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Cheesy Garlic Chicken Bites, Buttered Rotini, Chicken Pasta Recipe, Easy Chicken Dinner, Cheesy Chicken, Garlic Butter Chicken, Rotini with Garlic Butter, Chicken Bites Recipe, Mozzarella Chicken, Parmesan Chicken