HEAVEN IN A BOWL

HEAVEN IN A BOWL

Ingredients:
– 1 box of fudge brownie mix
– 2 bags of mini Reeses peanut butter cups
– 4 cups of 2% cold milk
– 2 boxes of instant vanilla pudding
– 1 cup of creamy peanut butter
– 4 tsp of vanilla extract
– 2 cans of 8 oz Cool Whip, thawed
Directions:
1. Make the brownie batter following the instructions on the box. Pour it into a greased 9×13 inch pan and bake at 350F for 20-25 minutes. Let it cool, then slice into 3/4 inch pieces. Cut the peanut butter cups in half for decoration.
2. In a large bowl, mix the pudding with milk for 2 minutes until it thickens. Add in peanut butter and vanilla extract. Mix in 1 1/2 cups of Cool Whip.
3. Layer one-third of the brownies in a large glass dish. Sprinkle half of the peanut butter cups and a third of the pudding mixture on top.
4. Repeat the layers. Finish with the remaining Cool Whip and peanut butter cups. Chill in the fridge before serving. Enjoy!

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta 🍝🧀
This deliciously creamy pasta dish topped with juicy garlic butter chicken bites is comfort food at its finest! Perfect for a quick yet indulgent meal the whole family will love.
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Chicken Bites:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tbsp olive oil
4 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
12 oz fettuccine or pasta of your choice
2 tbsp butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup chicken broth
Salt and pepper, to taste
Extra garlic butter (optional, for drizzling)
👩‍🍳 Directions:
1️⃣ Cook the Pasta:
Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2️⃣ Cook the Chicken Bites:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken bites, seasoning with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Cook for 6–8 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3️⃣ Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter.
Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic butter sauce.
4️⃣ Prepare the Creamy Parmesan Sauce:
In a separate skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat.
Sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds.
Stir in the heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing it to a gentle simmer.
Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5️⃣ Combine Pasta and Sauce:
Toss the cooked pasta with the creamy Parmesan sauce, ensuring it’s fully coated.
6️⃣ Serve:
Plate the pasta and top with the garlic butter chicken bites.
Drizzle with extra garlic butter if desired and garnish with fresh parsley.
⏱ Details:
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
This Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is rich, flavorful, and irresistibly satisfying 😋✨