This creamy garlic butter chicken and rigatoni pasta is the perfect comfort food! A delicious combination of tender chicken, pasta, and a rich Parmesan sauce. A simple yet elegant dish that’s sure to impress!
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Skillet
Cuisine:Italian-American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the chicken and pasta:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
12 oz rigatoni pasta
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the creamy Parmesan sauce:
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Cook the Pasta: Cook the rigatoni pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 6-8 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce Base: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Simmer the Broth: Pour in the chicken broth, stirring to combine, and bring it to a simmer. Cook for 3-4 minutes to reduce slightly.
Make the Creamy Sauce: Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Mix until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, followed by the cooked rigatoni pasta. Toss everything together to coat the chicken and pasta in the sauce.
Serve and Garnish: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
You can substitute the rigatoni pasta with any pasta of your choice, such as penne or fettuccine.
For extra creaminess, you can add more Parmesan or a little bit more heavy cream.
Serve with a side of garlic bread or steamed vegetables to complete the meal.