Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Fettuccine

Ingredients

• 1 pound Chicken breasts, diced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 4 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 12 ounces Fettuccine pasta
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Extra garlic (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
2. While the pasta cooks, season the diced chicken with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet in a single layer. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
4. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic, as this can lead to a bitter taste.
5. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet, allowing it to melt into the garlic. Stir in the cooked fettuccine and heavy cream, mixing well to combine.
6. Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
7. Season the pasta with Italian seasoning, and adjust salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.