CREAMY GARLIC BUTTER CHICKEN AND ROTINI IN PARMESAN SAUCE 🍗🧈🧄🧀
📋 Ingredients:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
8 oz rotini pasta
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
👩🍳 Directions:
1️⃣ Cook the Pasta: Boil rotini in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2️⃣ Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add cubed chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 6–8 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
3️⃣ Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
4️⃣ Create the Creamy Sauce: Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
5️⃣ Add the Cheeses: Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella until melted and smooth, forming a rich, velvety sauce.
6️⃣ Combine Everything: Add the cooked rotini to the skillet and toss until all pasta is coated in the creamy garlic butter sauce.
7️⃣ Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and a touch more Parmesan if desired. Serve hot and enjoy this cozy, creamy dish!
⏱ Preparation time: 10 minutes
⏱ Cooking time: 15 minutes
⏱ Total time: 25 minutes
🔥 Calories: ~540 kcal per serving
🍽 Servings: 4