Description
Garlic Butter Chicken with Rigatoni and Parmesan is a cozy, satisfying meal that brings the rich flavors of garlic butter and creamy Parmesan cheese together for an unforgettable dining experience. This dish is perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a family dinner or enjoying a quiet night at home. With tender pieces of chicken and perfectly cooked rigatoni enveloped in a luxurious sauce, every bite offers comfort and indulgence. Plus, it’s quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this delightful recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat; season chicken and cook until golden brown. Remove from pan.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add chicken broth and simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream and let thicken; mix in Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Combine chicken and rigatoni with the sauce; simmer briefly.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 320g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg