Description
Garlic Butter Chicken with Rigatoni is a delightful blend of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and hearty pasta that transforms any meal into a cozy celebration. This comforting dish features aromatic garlic and rich butter, enveloping rigatoni in a luscious sauce, making it perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Ready in under an hour, it’s sure to impress even the pickiest eaters with its irresistible flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- Cook rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; sauté until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Add minced garlic to the skillet; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream while scraping the skillet to incorporate flavors; stir in grated Parmesan until melted.
- Toss cooked rigatoni into the sauce, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 105mg