Description
Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Savory Parmesan Linguine is a delicious and comforting dish featuring tender, golden-seared chicken bites coated in a rich garlic butter sauce with a hint of lemon. Served over creamy parmesan linguine, this meal is packed with bold flavors and perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re cooking for a family dinner or a special treat, this recipe delivers on both taste and simplicity.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Bites:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 1 large lemon
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (for garnish)
For the Parmesan Linguine:
8 ounces linguine pasta
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Bites
- Pat the chicken pieces dry and season with salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add lemon juice and zest, stirring well. Return the cooked chicken to the pan and coat in the sauce. Sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Cook the Linguine
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Make the Parmesan Sauce
- In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in grated parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Season with salt and black pepper. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water.
- Combine Everything
- Toss cooked linguine in the parmesan sauce until evenly coated.
- Plate the pasta and top with the lemon garlic butter chicken bites. Garnish with extra parmesan cheese and parsley. Serve warm and enjoy!