Creamy Parmesan Chicken with Rigatoni Pasta 🍝
(recipe below)
Ingredients 🛒
12 oz rigatoni pasta
1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Directions 👩🍳
Cook the Pasta: Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Make the Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Add Cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce becomes creamy.
Combine: Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and toss in the rigatoni, ensuring everything is coated in the sauce.
Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Prep Time ⏱️
10 minutes
Cook Time ⏱️
20 minutes
Total Time ⏱️
30 minutes
Servings 🍽️
4
Calories 🔥
630 kcal per serving
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