Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bites with Creamy Rotini
Warm, saucy pasta topped with crunchy, garlicky chicken bites — this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups rotini pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease or line a baking sheet.
- Combine the chicken pieces with minced garlic, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss until chicken is evenly coated.
- Spread the chicken in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the rotini until al dente. Reserve ¼ cup pasta water, then drain.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add heavy cream and warm gently, stirring. Do not boil.
- Add the cooked rotini to the cream sauce and toss to coat evenly. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Plate the creamy rotini and top with the baked garlic Parmesan chicken bites. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a lighter sauce, swap heavy cream for half-and-half. For gluten-free, use gluten-free rotini.