Description
Garlic Butter Chicken with Rigatoni and Parmesan is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, al dente rigatoni, and a rich garlic butter sauce, all topped with freshly grated Parmesan. This comforting meal is perfect for family dinners or impressing guests. With its aromatic allure and creamy flavor, it’s sure to become a household favorite. Easy to prepare on busy weeknights, this recipe offers a satisfying blend of taste and convenience that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian herbs (basil or oregano)
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook rigatoni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side).
- Add Garlic Butter: Reduce heat; add butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir until the butter melts and garlic is fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Toss Everything Together: Return rigatoni to the skillet; mix until well-coated in garlic butter sauce.
- Finish with Cheese: Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the pasta; toss again until melted.
- Add Fresh Herbs: Garnish with parsley if desired before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 587
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 654mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 114mg