Description
Indulge in this rich and creamy garlic butter chicken and rotini pasta. Perfectly cooked chicken, savory garlic butter sauce, and Parmesan combine to create a comforting meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Chicken: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced chicken breasts, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Add Parmesan Cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, continuing to stir until it melts into the sauce, creating a creamy, cheesy consistency.
- Combine the Chicken and Pasta: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and add the drained rotini pasta. Toss everything together until the chicken and pasta are evenly coated in the creamy Parmesan sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and flavor. Serve your Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Rotini in Parmesan Sauce immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add a bit more Parmesan cheese to the sauce.
- You can substitute chicken with shrimp or other proteins.
- This dish pairs perfectly with a simple green salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken, Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta, Parmesan Chicken Pasta, Chicken and Rotini, Garlic Butter Pasta, Creamy Pasta Recipe