Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rigatoni in Parmesan Sauce is the ultimate comfort food, bringing together succulent chicken, hearty rigatoni, and a luscious Parmesan sauce that everyone will love. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up this indulgent dish that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions. The rich flavors of garlic butter combined with creamy goodness create a delightful experience for your taste buds. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Italian seasoning
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove chicken from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic; sauté for 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth; simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; stir until smooth and creamy. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Combine cooked chicken and rigatoni with the sauce; toss to coat well. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg