Description
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!
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.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 125mg