Golden Garlic Chicken Bites

• 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp paprika½ tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper, to tasteSalt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup heavy cream1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth½ cup chicken broth
• 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)8 oz pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions : 

1. Cook the pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
2. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
3. Drain and set aside.
4. Cook the chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
5. Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and paprika.
6. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
7. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
8. Prepare the garlic butter sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter.
9. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
10. Stir in the chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
11. Add Parmesan and finish the sauce: Stir in the grated Parmesan and let it melt into the sauce.
12. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
13. Combine and serve: Toss the cooked pasta in the creamy Parmesan sauce until well coated.
14. Place the chicken bites on top of the pasta.
15. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.