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Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Rotini in Parmesan Sauce

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Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken & Rotini in Parmesan Sauce is a comforting one-pan meal featuring golden seared chicken and rotini pasta coated in a rich, garlicky Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or an indulgent weeknight meal.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4–6 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp paprika (optional)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 oz rotini pasta
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Add chicken broth and heavy cream; stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Add rotini pasta; simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and sauce has thickened, about 12–15 minutes.
  6. Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning until sauce is creamy and well blended.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet and stir to heat through.
  8. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Substitute rotini with penne or bowtie pasta if desired.
  • Add vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes for more flavor.
  • Use red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan melts best and adds the richest flavor.
  • Reheat gently with a splash of cream or broth to maintain sauce consistency.

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