Start by gathering all your ingredients for the Garlic Butter Chicken Bites, ensuring a smooth cooking process. Finely chop the garlic and cut chicken breasts or thighs into bite-sized pieces. Measure out the butter, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese to have everything ready to go.

In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium-high heat. Once the butter is bubbling, add the chicken pieces in a single layer and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant and slightly golden, being careful not to let it burn.

Pour the heavy cream into the skillet while stirring constantly. Add another tablespoon of butter and about half a cup of freshly grated parmesan cheese. Stir continuously until the cheese melts, about 2-3 minutes.

Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook your fettuccine or penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, typically around 8-10 minutes. Reserve about half a cup of pasta water before draining and then set the pasta aside.

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the creamy sauce. Add the drained pasta, mixing everything together gently. Gradually add some reserved pasta water until you achieve your desired consistency.

Plate your Garlic Butter Chicken Bites, drizzling any remaining sauce over each serving. Garnish with extra parmesan cheese if desired and serve hot.