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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, savory one-pan meal with juicy chicken, tender pasta, and a creamy garlic parmesan sauce. A perfect weeknight comfort food that’s easy to make and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ½ tsp paprika (optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 12 oz cooked rotini pasta
  • Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish
  • Optional: crushed red pepper flakes, to taste

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika if using.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken on both sides until golden and cooked through (about 5–7 minutes per side). Remove and let rest.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir and simmer for 3–4 minutes.
  5. Add grated parmesan and stir until sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
  6. Slice the cooked chicken and return to the pan with the cooked rotini. Toss to coat and heat through.
  7. Garnish with fresh herbs and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Swap heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
  • Add spinach, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes for variation.
  • Use any pasta shape—penne, shells, or fettuccine also work well.
  • Stir in steamed broccoli or peas to stretch the recipe and add veggies.
  • Use shredded rotisserie chicken to save time—just add at the end.

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