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Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rotini in Parmesan Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Diane
  • Prep Time: 0h 10m
  • Cook Time: 0h 25m
  • Total Time: 0h 35m
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

This Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rotini in Parmesan Sauce is a comforting and flavorful pasta dish combining tender, seasoned chicken breasts with a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce. The rotini pasta perfectly absorbs the garlicky, buttery sauce, making each bite indulgent yet balanced with fresh parsley garnish. Ideal for a hearty weeknight dinner, it’s simple to prepare and packed with classic Italian-inspired flavors.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Pasta

  • 8 ounces rotini pasta

Instructions

  1. Melt Butter: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking the chicken.
  2. Season Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to infuse flavor.
  3. Cook Chicken: Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, until fully cooked and no pink remains inside.
  4. Remove Chicken: Take the cooked chicken out of the skillet and set aside to rest on a plate while preparing the sauce.
  5. Heat Olive Oil: In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and heat over medium to sauté the garlic.
  6. Sauté Garlic: Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned, unlocking its flavor.
  7. Add Cream and Broth: Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine the ingredients for the sauce base.
  8. Simmer Sauce: Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  9. Add Parmesan: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and continue cooking while stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth.
  10. Season Sauce: Add salt and black pepper to taste, then remove the sauce from heat once perfectly seasoned.
  11. Cook Pasta: Meanwhile, boil rotini pasta in salted water according to package instructions (about 9-11 minutes) until al dente.
  12. Drain Pasta: Drain the cooked rotini and add it directly to the skillet with the creamy Parmesan sauce.
  13. Slice Chicken: Slice the rested chicken breasts into strips suitable for mixing with pasta.
  14. Combine Ingredients: Add the sliced chicken to the skillet, tossing everything together to thoroughly coat the pasta and chicken with the sauce.
  15. Garnish: Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top to add a fresh, bright finish to the dish.
  16. Serve: Serve the creamy garlic butter chicken and rotini immediately while warm and flavorful.

Notes

  • To prevent the sauce from breaking, avoid boiling after adding the cream and Parmesan cheese.
  • For extra flavor, marinate chicken with some of the garlic powder and Italian seasoning an hour before cooking.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for best melting quality and flavor.
  • If you prefer a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, although the sauce will be less rich.
  • Rotate the chicken while cooking to ensure even browning and juiciness.

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