Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Garlic Butter Chicken with Rigatoni and Parmesan, a dish that combines succulent chicken, rich garlic butter, and creamy Parmesan cheese for a delightful meal. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, bringing together simple ingredients to create a satisfying and delicious experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
- Sear chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat until golden brown; season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add chicken broth and simmer briefly.
- Stir in heavy cream; simmer until slightly thickened. Mix in Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Combine cooked chicken and rigatoni with sauce; cook for an additional minute.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley and extra Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 135mg