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Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken

Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken: 30 Min Magic

  • Author: basmer1517
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick and easy creamy garlic butter chicken rigatoni recipe with a rich, flavorful sauce perfect for a weeknight dinner. This dish comes together in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 oz rigatoni pasta
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken fillets, diced
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in heavy cream, then stir in parmesan cheese, basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Add cooked rigatoni to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine when cooking the garlic.
  • Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream for a lighter version.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 580
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 16g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 145mg

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