Nothing beats a comforting bowl of creamy pasta, and this Garlic Butter Chicken with Parmesan Rigatoni is the perfect dish for a cozy dinner. With tender bites of chicken, a rich garlic butter sauce, and perfectly cooked rigatoni, this recipe is packed with flavor and comes together in just 30 minutes!
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12 oz rigatoni pasta
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
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
ยฝ teaspoon salt
ยผ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
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Step 1: Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the rigatoni pasta according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
Step 2: Sautรฉ the Chicken
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sautรฉ for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, allowing it to reduce slightly. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, then season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens.
Step 4: Combine Everything
Add the cooked chicken and rigatoni back into the skillet, tossing everything together so that the pasta and chicken are evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy!
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot. Enjoy this delicious, creamy, and garlicky pasta dish!
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For extra flavor, sprinkle some red pepper flakes for a slight kick.
Substitute penne or fettuccine if you donโt have rigatoni on hand.
Add sautรฉed mushrooms or spinach for extra texture and nutrients.
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Servings: 4
Calories per serving: ~550
Prep + Cooking Time: ~30 minutes