Garlic Chicken Bites with Creamy Cheesy Rotini Pasta
Looking for a quick and flavorful chicken pasta dinner recipe?
These Garlic Chicken Bites with Creamy Cheesy Rotini are the perfect weeknight comfort food—juicy garlic-seasoned chicken, tender rotini pasta, and a rich, cheesy cream sauce that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
For the Garlic Chicken Bites:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Creamy Cheesy Rotini Pasta:
10 oz rotini pasta
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup chicken broth
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Directions
1. Cook the Rotini Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Cook the rotini pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the Garlic Chicken Bites
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chicken pieces, season with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Cook until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Make the Creamy Cheese Sauce
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth.
Add mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer until smooth, rich, and creamy.
4. Combine Pasta, Chicken, and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta and garlic chicken bites back into the skillet. Toss until everything is coated in the creamy cheesy sauce.
5. Serve & Enjoy
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm.
This garlic chicken pasta recipe is perfect for busy nights, family dinners, or when you’re craving cheesy comfort food!
