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Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rigatoni in Parmesan Sauce

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A creamy, comforting meal featuring tender chicken, rigatoni, and a silky Parmesan sauce, perfect for weeknights and special dinners alike.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: None

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the rigatoni pasta in well-salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Melt the butter over medium heat in a large skillet.
  3. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until browned, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  5. Sauté the minced garlic in the same skillet for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, cooking for 3 to 4 minutes.
  8. Add the Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
  9. Return the chicken to the skillet and add the cooked rigatoni, tossing to coat.
  10. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

For a garlic-forward flavor, increase the garlic to 4 or 5 cloves. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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