Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rigatoni in Parmesan Sauce 🍝
Ingredients:
- 300 grams of rigatoni pasta
- 500 grams of chicken breast, cut into pieces
- 4 tablespoons of butter
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Cook the rigatoni pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
4. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes.
5. Pour in the heavy cream and stir well to combine. Let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
6. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts and forms a creamy sauce.
7. Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is well coated.
8. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes:
- You can add veggies like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of cheese based on your preference.
- Preparation time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 20 minutes | Total time: 30 minutes | Kcal: Approximately 500 per serving | Servings: 4 servings