Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Rotini is a creamy, comforting pasta dish that combines tender rotini with crispy chicken in a rich garlic sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe delivers delicious flavors that keep everyone coming back for seconds. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can create a meal that warms the heart and satisfies the taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side). Remove and slice.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream to the skillet, bringing it to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth; season to taste.
- Combine sliced chicken and drained rotini with sauce, tossing to coat well.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg