Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rigatoni in Parmesan Sauce
This creamy garlic butter chicken and rigatoni in a luscious Parmesan sauce is the perfect comfort food! Tender chicken, rich Parmesan sauce, and hearty rigatoni come together for a dish that’s both indulgent and satisfying. A sprinkle of fresh parsley finishes it off, making this dinner one to remember.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 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 the chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of butter and the minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth, stirring to combine, and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 3-4 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add Cream and Parmesan: Add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Combine Pasta and Chicken: Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet, followed by the cooked rigatoni pasta. Toss to combine, coating the pasta and chicken in the creamy sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute the rigatoni with any pasta of your choice, such as penne or fettuccine.
- For an extra creamy texture, add a little more Parmesan cheese or a dash more heavy cream.
- This dish can be paired with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 130mg