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Garlic Butter Chicken with Rigatoni and Parmesan

  • Author: Nora Sinclair
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Get ready to fall in love with Garlic Butter Chicken with Rigatoni and Parmesan—a mouthwatering, easy dinner that blends juicy chicken, perfectly cooked rigatoni, and a creamy garlic butter sauce. This cozy, feel-good dish is everything you want in a quick weeknight dinner: bold flavor, satisfying texture, and just the right amount of indulgence. It’s also a brilliant choice when you’re looking for comforting food ideas or impressive yet simple recipes for guests.

The creamy Parmesan sauce clings to each bite of rigatoni while tender chunks of seasoned chicken soak up the buttery, garlicky richness. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a touch of brightness, making it not just delicious but visually irresistible. Whether you’re searching for quick dinner recipes, pasta inspiration, or an easy recipe with huge payoff—this one is calling your name.

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, diced

2 tablespoons olive oil

4 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

3 cups rigatoni pasta

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup reserved pasta water

Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rigatoni until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Season diced chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until golden and fully cooked. Set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Stir in red pepper flakes if using.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and simmer for 2–3 minutes. Add the cooked chicken back into the pan.
  5. Add rigatoni, reserved pasta water, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until creamy and well coated. Add more water if needed.
  6. Stir in the last tablespoon of butter for added richness. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner

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