Description
Garlic Butter Chicken with Rigatoni and Parmesan is the ultimate comfort dish that combines tender chicken with creamy garlic butter sauce and hearty rigatoni pasta. This recipe is a go-to for busy weeknights or when entertaining guests, as it comes together in just 30 minutes. The rich flavors of garlic and Parmesan create an irresistible meal that your whole family will love. Plus, it’s versatile enough to adapt with your favorite vegetables or proteins, ensuring a satisfying dinner every time. Garnish with fresh parsley for an impressive presentation that will wow your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Italian seasoning
- salt
- black pepper
- red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear chicken pieces seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (30 seconds). Add chicken broth and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and let simmer until slightly thickened (3-4 minutes). Mix in Parmesan until smooth; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Return chicken to the skillet, add cooked rigatoni, and toss to coat in the creamy sauce. Simmer for another minute before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 150mg