Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rigatoni in Parmesan Sauce Recipe
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rigatoni in Parmesan Sauce. Succulent chicken and al dente rigatoni are enveloped in a luxurious sauce made with butter, garlic, cream, and Parmesan cheese, creating a dish that is both comforting and elegant.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 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)
For the Pasta:
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook Rigatoni: Cook rigatoni until al dente, then drain and reserve pasta water.
- Sauté Chicken: In a skillet, sauté seasoned chicken in butter until golden brown; set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: Add garlic to the skillet with butter and sauté until fragrant. Stir in chicken broth, simmer, and reduce slightly. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth.
- Combine and Serve: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, toss with pasta to coat. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can adjust the consistency of the sauce by adding reserved pasta water if needed.
- Feel free to customize with additional vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken, Rigatoni, Parmesan Sauce, Italian, Main Dish
