Description
A cozy, creamy pasta dinner featuring tender garlic butter chicken and rotini coated in a velvety Parmesan sauce. Perfect for quick weeknights.
Ingredients
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4 chicken breasts or thighs
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon paprika
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3 tablespoons butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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8 ounces rotini pasta
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 cup chicken broth
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1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
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Parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
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Cook rotini in salted water until al dente. Reserve some pasta water.
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Heat butter in skillet and sear chicken until golden. Remove and set aside.
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Add garlic to skillet, then pour in broth and cream. Simmer.
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Whisk in Parmesan until sauce thickens.
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Return chicken to skillet and simmer until cooked.
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Add rotini and toss to coat. Adjust consistency with pasta water if needed.
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Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Use thighs for juicier results.
Add vegetables for a lighter spin.
Use evaporated milk for a lighter sauce.
Ground chicken works well for a one-skillet variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 610 per serving