Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rigatoni in Parmesan Sauce is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken and rigatoni pasta enveloped in a rich, velvety garlic butter sauce. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, delivering a delightful flavor that will leave everyone at the table asking for more. Experience the magic of this creamy indulgence that not only warms the belly but also creates lasting memories with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by mincing the garlic and seasoning the chicken with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp of butter. Cook the chicken for about 6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of butter and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously, then gradually add Parmesan cheese until melted smooth. Toss in dried Italian herbs.
- Cook rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente; drain well.
- Combine the cooked rigatoni with the creamy sauce and sliced chicken, ensuring everything is evenly coated before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg