Description
Experience a culinary delight with this Irresistibly Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Rigatoni. Tender chicken breasts are sautéed to golden perfection, combined with al dente rigatoni, and enveloped in a rich garlic butter cream sauce. Topped with freshly grated Parmesan, this dish is perfect for any occasion, promising a comforting meal that will satisfy your cravings and impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 6 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rigatoni and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water.
- 2. Prepare the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt half of the butter. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from pan and let rest before slicing.
- 3. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about one minute until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- 4. Combine Ingredients: Add cooked rigatoni and sliced chicken to the skillet with sauce. Mix until evenly coated, adding reserved pasta water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
- 5. Season and Serve: Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the mixture and stir well. Serve topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 140mg