Lemon Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Spaghetti

 Lemon Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Spaghetti**! 



Ingredients


#### For the Chicken Bites:

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

- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

- 1 tsp paprika

- 1/2 tsp garlic powder

- 1/2 tsp onion powder

- Salt and pepper, to taste

- 2 tbsp olive oil

- 2 tbsp unsalted butter

- 2 garlic cloves, minced

- Juice of 1 lemon

- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)


#### For the Creamy Parmesan Spaghetti:

- 8 oz (225g) spaghetti (or pasta of your choice)

- 2 tbsp unsalted butter

- 3 garlic cloves, minced

- 1 cup heavy cream

- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)

- Salt and pepper, to taste

- Zest of 1 lemon

- Fresh parsley (for garnish)


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### Instructions


#### Step 1: Prepare the Chicken Bites

1. In a bowl, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

2. Toss the chicken pieces in the flour mixture until evenly coated.

3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 4–5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). 

5. Add the lemon juice and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for another 2–3 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and set aside.


#### Step 2: Cook the Spaghetti

1. Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.

2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the garlic until fragrant.

3. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.

4. Add the lemon zest, nutmeg (if using), salt, and pepper. If the sauce is too thick, thin it with the reserved pasta water.


#### Step 3: Assemble and Serve

1. Toss the cooked spaghetti in the creamy Parmesan sauce until well-coated.

2. Plate the spaghetti and top with the lemon butter chicken bites.

3. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.


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### Tips

- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the spaghetti or chicken.

- Serve with a side of garlic bread or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.


Enjoy your Lemon Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Spaghetti! 🍋🧄🧈


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