Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Rigatoni is a deliciously creamy pasta dish that combines tender rigatoni with savory chicken, roasted garlic, and rich parmesan cheese. This comforting recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, delivering a mouthwatering experience with each bite. With its warm aroma and vibrant flavors, it’s sure to become a family favorite that everyone will request again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sauté until golden brown on both sides and cooked through (about 6-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream while stirring constantly.
- Gradually add grated parmesan cheese into the cream mixture while stirring until melted and smooth; adjust seasoning as needed.
- Add cooked rigatoni back to the skillet along with sliced chicken, tossing until well coated in sauce.
- Serve warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg