Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Rotini Alfredo
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Rotini Alfredo. This one-pan wonder comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight meal or a cozy dish for gatherings. Tender chicken pieces sautéed to perfection are enveloped in a rich and garlicky creamy sauce, complemented by the delightful bite of rotini pasta. With its customizable elements, you can easily adjust the flavors or add your favorite vegetables to suit your taste. Each bite delivers warmth and satisfaction, guaranteeing that this dish will become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 pound rotini pasta
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Italian seasoning
- red pepper flakes
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté chicken until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, cook minced garlic for about one minute. Add chicken broth and heavy cream; simmer gently before incorporating Parmesan cheese and optional red pepper flakes.
- Return chicken and rotini to the skillet; toss until well-coated in sauce. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 635
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 130mg