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Garlic Butter Chicken and Rotini in Parmesan Sauce

Garlic Butter Chicken and Rotini in Parmesan Sauce
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Garlic Butter Chicken and Rotini in Parmesan Sauce is a rich, comforting, and easy-to-make dinner recipe featuring tender chicken pieces, perfectly cooked rotini pasta, and a creamy Parmesan garlic butter sauce that delivers gourmet flavors with minimal effort. Ideal for cozy weeknights or meal prep, this one-pan dish balances buttery garlic goodness with savory Parmesan for a family-friendly meal everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Chicken & Protein

  • 2 large chicken breasts, sliced into bite-sized pieces

Pasta

  • 8 oz rotini pasta

Sauce & Seasonings

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Cooking Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Slice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces to ensure quick, even cooking. Season generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to build a flavorful base.
  2. Cook the Rotini: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the rotini pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a small amount of pasta water for adjusting sauce consistency later if needed.
  3. Sauté Garlic and Chicken in Butter: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Once hot, add butter and melt it. Toss in the minced garlic and stir until fragrant but not burnt. Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until golden brown and fully cooked through.
  4. Make the Parmesan Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring well to combine. Gradually add the finely grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until the sauce becomes creamy, smooth, and thickened. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Combine and Serve: Add the cooked rotini to the skillet and toss well to coat the pasta thoroughly with the rich Parmesan cream sauce and tender chicken. Warm everything together for a couple of minutes to allow flavors to meld perfectly before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic for an aromatic and bold flavor.
  • Don’t overcook the chicken; cook just until opaque inside to keep it tender.
  • Reserve pasta water to loosen the sauce if it becomes too thick.
  • Grate Parmesan cheese fresh for better melting and richer flavor.
  • Simmer the sauce gently on low heat to develop smooth creaminess.
  • Season gradually, tasting as you go to avoid over- or under-seasoning.

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Keywords: Garlic Butter Chicken, Rotini, Parmesan Sauce, Creamy Chicken Pasta, One-Pan Dinner, Easy Dinner Recipe, Kid-Friendly Pasta

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