Description
Garlic Butter Chicken with Rigatoni and Parmesan is a mouthwatering pasta dish that brings together tender chicken, creamy sauce, and hearty rigatoni for a comforting meal. This dish balances rich flavors with a hint of garlic and the nuttiness of freshly grated Parmesan, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With its quick preparation time of just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy families seeking deliciousness without the fuss. The versatility of this recipe allows you to customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins, ensuring everyone at the table will enjoy a satisfying bite.
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
- Italian seasoning
- salt
- pepper
- red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sear chicken pieces seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning until golden brown. Remove from pan.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add chicken broth and simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream; let simmer until thickened. Mix in Parmesan until smooth.
- Return chicken to skillet, add rigatoni, and combine everything well.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 340g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg