Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Rigatoni is a pasta lover’s dream come true. This delightful dish features tender pieces of chicken cooked to perfection in a rich garlic butter sauce, all nestled atop al dente rigatoni pasta. In just 30 minutes, you can create a comforting meal that will impress your family and friends. The aromatic blend of sautéed garlic and butter fills your kitchen, making it hard to resist. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and serve alongside crusty bread for a truly indulgent experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe promises satisfaction with every creamy bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve one cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, melt two tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (6–8 minutes). Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring continuously.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Return chicken and rigatoni to the skillet; toss gently while adding reserved pasta water as needed.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan or herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 96mg