Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rigatoni in Parmesan Sauce is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any occasion! This indulgent dish combines tender chicken and hearty rigatoni pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce. With a hint of garlic and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish, it’s not only delicious but also visually appealing. Ideal for family dinners or cozy date nights, this easy-to-make recipe will quickly become a favorite in your household. Enjoy the warm embrace of this flavorful meal that’s ready to impress your guests or satisfy your cravings!
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
- black pepper
- fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Sauté chicken pieces seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter; add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Stir in chicken broth and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese to create a smooth sauce; simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Return chicken to skillet along with rigatoni; toss to coat everything in the sauce.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 690
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 135mg