Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rigatoni in Parmesan Sauce
Indulge in the warmth of Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rigatoni in Parmesan Sauce, a pinnacle of comfort food. This delightful dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich garlic butter sauce, combined with hearty rigatoni for a perfect family meal or cozy date night. The creamy, savory flavors are elevated by fresh parsley, making each bite unforgettable. In just 35 minutes, you can serve an impressive yet easy-to-make dish that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and sauté seasoned chicken until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Add remaining butter and garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 4 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; simmer until smooth (2-3 minutes).
- Combine cooked chicken and rigatoni with the sauce; toss to coat evenly.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 310g)
- Calories: 678
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 785mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 115mg