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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Rigatoni


  • Author: chef-marin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A cozy comfort food dish featuring creamy garlic sauce and tender chicken, perfect for weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare ingredients: Cut the chicken, mince the garlic, grate the Parmesan, and chop the parsley.
  2. Cook chicken: In a skillet, melt the butter and sauté the chicken until golden.
  3. Build sauce base: Add garlic to the skillet, then chicken broth and simmer.
  4. Finish sauce: Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan until smooth.
  5. Combine and serve: Toss rigatoni and chicken in the sauce, garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

For a richer experience, serve with a side salad and garlic bread.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: pasta, chicken, garlic, comfort food, quick dinner, Italian recipe