Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rigatoni in Parmesan Sauce Recipe
Indulge in the rich and flavorful combination of creamy garlic butter chicken served with rigatoni pasta in a luscious Parmesan sauce. This dish is a decadent treat for a special dinner or a gathering with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
For the Sauce:
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
Additional Ingredients:
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook the Rigatoni: Cook rigatoni pasta to al dente; drain and reserve pasta water.
- Sauté the Chicken: Sauté seasoned chicken in butter until golden brown; set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: Add garlic to skillet with butter; sauté until fragrant. Stir in chicken broth; simmer and reduce slightly. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; mix until smooth.
- Combine and Serve: Return chicken to skillet; toss with pasta to coat. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken, Rigatoni, Parmesan Sauce, Pasta Recipe
