Description
A rich and creamy garlic butter chicken with rotini pasta in a parmesan sauce. This dish is flavorful, comforting, and easy to make.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Toss in the cooked rotini and mix well to coat with the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning.
- Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream for a lighter version.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American