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Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rotini in Parmesan Sauce

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Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rotini in Parmesan Sauce is a rich, comforting pasta dish made with juicy seared chicken, tender rotini, and a luxurious garlic-Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for cozy dinners or casual entertaining.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 12 oz (340 g) rotini pasta
  • 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Optional: crushed red pepper flakes
  • Optional: fresh parsley, chopped
  • Optional: extra grated Parmesan for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken in batches until golden and cooked through, about 4–5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Reduce heat to medium, add butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in garlic and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Let cheese melt into the sauce. If needed, adjust consistency with extra cream or broth.
  6. Return cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat in the sauce.
  7. Add cooked rotini and toss everything until well combined.
  8. Season with additional salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to taste.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

  • Swap rotini with penne, fettuccine, or zucchini noodles.
  • Add vegetables like spinach, broccoli, or sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Use half-and-half or milk to lighten the sauce.
  • Mix in bacon or prosciutto for smoky flavor.
  • Add lemon juice or Dijon mustard for brightness.

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