Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rotini in Parmesan Sauce is a delightful dish that brings comfort to your dinner table with its rich flavors and creamy texture. Perfect for a cozy family meal or special gatherings with friends, this recipe features tender chicken breasts paired with al dente rotini pasta, all enveloped in a savory garlic and Parmesan sauce. With just 35 minutes of preparation time, this one-pot wonder not only minimizes cleanup but also maximizes flavor, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. The combination of buttery garlic and cheesy goodness creates a satisfying meal that will impress everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz dry rotini pasta
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp butter (divided)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the rotini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp of butter and sear the chicken for about 5–6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the pan and let rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Add chicken broth and heavy cream; bring to a light simmer.
- Stir in grated Parmesan and mozzarella until melted and thickened. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Toss cooked rotini in the sauce to coat thoroughly.
- Serve topped with sliced chicken and garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 140mg