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Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Rotini in Parmesan Sauce

Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Rotini in Parmesan Sauce
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A rich and creamy comfort meal combining tender chicken breasts, perfectly cooked rotini pasta, and a silky Parmesan sauce infused with garlic and butter. Ready in under 30 minutes, this one-pan dish is flavorful, easy to customize, and perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts

Pasta & Liquids

  • 8 oz rotini pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Dairy & Fat

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Seasonings & Aromatics

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest before slicing.
  2. Cook the rotini: Using the same skillet, bring chicken broth and water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to allow pasta to absorb the broth’s flavor.
  3. Make the Parmesan sauce: Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet once the pasta is nearly done. Sauté minced garlic in the butter until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring constantly. Add the freshly grated Parmesan cheese and whisk continuously until the sauce thickens and becomes silky smooth.
  4. Combine chicken, pasta, and sauce: Slice the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. Return the chicken to the skillet along with the creamy Parmesan sauce and cooked rotini. Toss gently to coat everything evenly. Let it simmer for a few minutes to meld the flavors together.
  5. Serve warm: Turn off the heat. Spoon the creamy garlic butter chicken and rotini in Parmesan sauce onto plates or bowls. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs as desired.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for better melting and flavor.
  • Remove rotini just before fully al dente, as it will keep cooking in the sauce.
  • Sear chicken first to develop a golden crust and deeper flavor.
  • Adjust sauce thickness with extra broth or cream as needed.
  • Sauté garlic briefly to avoid bitterness while maximizing aroma.

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