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Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rigatoni

Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rigatoni

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free pasta)

Description

Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rigatoni is a comforting and flavorful dinner that combines tender, golden chicken breasts with rigatoni pasta coated in a luscious garlic butter cream sauce. This quick and easy recipe uses simple ingredients to deliver a rich, family-friendly meal perfect for weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Protein and Pasta

  • 2 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • 12 oz rigatoni pasta

Sauce and Flavorings

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Cook the Rigatoni: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside while preparing the chicken and sauce.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and keep warm.
  3. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: Reduce skillet heat to medium and add butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream, stirring constantly, and allow to simmer gently while the sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Add Parmesan and Season: Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is silky and thickened. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Combine Chicken and Pasta: Slice cooked chicken into strips or bite-sized pieces and return to the skillet. Add drained rigatoni and toss everything together to fully coat the pasta in the creamy garlic butter sauce.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish for brightness and color. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Use room temperature chicken for even cooking and juicier meat.
  • Do not overcook garlic to avoid bitterness; sauté just until fragrant.
  • Reserve some pasta water to loosen the sauce if it becomes too thick.
  • Always use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melting and flavor.
  • Let the sauce simmer gently to develop depth without curdling.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: Creamy garlic butter chicken, rigatoni recipe, easy dinner, family-friendly pasta, comfort food, creamy chicken pasta

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