Garlic Butter Chicken Bites & Spicy Cajun Alfredo Twisted Pasta

 

Ingredients:  

- 1 lb (450 g) chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces  

- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter (30 g)  

- 3 cloves garlic, minced  

- Salt & pepper to taste  

For Spicy Cajun Alfredo Twisted Pasta:  

- 8 oz (225 g) twisted pasta (spiral or fusilli)  

- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter (30 g)  

- 2 cloves garlic, minced  

- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream  

- ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese  

- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)  

- Salt & black pepper to taste  

- Pinch of chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)  

Instructions:  

1. **Boil Pasta**: Bring a large pot of salted water to a

boil. Add twisted pasta and cook until al dente (about

8-10 minutes). Drain, reserving ¼ cup (60 ml) of pasta

water.  

2. **Cook Chicken Bites**: In a large skillet, melt 2 Tbsp

of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté

for 30 seconds, until fragrant. Add chicken pieces,

season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes,

turning occasionally until golden and cooked through.

Remove chicken to a plate and tent with foil to keep

warm.  

3. **Make Cajun Alfredo Sauce**: In the same skillet on

medium heat, melt 2 Tbsp of butter. Add minced garlic

and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Pour in the

heavy cream, stirring to combine. Add Parmesan cheese,

Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Stir until

the cheese melts and the sauce thickens (about 2-3

minutes). If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta

water a little at a time to reach the desired consistency.  

4. **Combine & Serve**: Return the cooked chicken to the

skillet and stir into the sauce. Add the cooked pasta and

toss gently until well coated. Taste and adjust seasoning

if necessary. Serve hot.  

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes |

Servings: 4