Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rigatoni in Parmesan Sauce is a rich and delicious pasta dish loaded with tender chicken, savory garlic, and a luscious Parmesan cream sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy dinner. Pair it with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal!
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of butter and the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, stirring to combine, and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 3-4 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet, followed by the cooked rigatoni pasta. Toss to combine and coat the pasta and chicken in the creamy sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, try sprinkling red pepper flakes or adding a pinch of nutmeg to the sauce.
- You can substitute rigatoni with penne or fettuccine if preferred.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 625
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 145mg