Garlic Butter Chicken with Rigatoni and Parmesan Recipe
Indulge in the rich flavors of this comforting Garlic Butter Chicken with Rigatoni and Parmesan. Succulent chicken, al dente rigatoni, and a creamy garlic butter sauce come together for a satisfying meal that will leave you craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 2 large chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Pasta:
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Additional:
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
- ¼ cup heavy cream (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup reserved pasta water
- Fresh parsley, finely chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook rigatoni until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain.
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Sear in a skillet until cooked through. Set aside.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: Sauté garlic in butter. Add cooked rigatoni, pasta water, and Parmesan. Stir in heavy cream if desired.
- Combine and Serve: Return chicken to the sauce. Mix well and garnish with parsley and Parmesan before serving.
Notes
- You can add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Adjust the seasoning and cheese according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Chicken, Rigatoni, Parmesan, Creamy Pasta, Comfort Food
