Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rotini in Parmesan Sauce
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rotini in Parmesan Sauce. This dish features tender chicken sautéed in rich garlic butter, perfectly paired with rotini pasta enveloped in a creamy Parmesan sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. With its delightful aroma and mouthwatering taste, this meal will quickly become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the garlic and gathering everything on the counter.
- Cook rotini pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add diced chicken breasts, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic during the last minute of cooking the chicken until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring to combine. Reduce heat to low, then stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Mix cooked rotini into the creamy sauce until evenly coated. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 145mg