Garlic Parmesan Chicken Rigatoni (Print Format)
Tender chicken and rigatoni meet creamy garlic Parmesan sauce for hearty, comforting weeknight meals.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Dish Ingredients
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1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 cup chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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12 ounces rigatoni pasta
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
# Steps:
01 -
Boil rigatoni in salted water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large pan. Season the chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook over medium heat until golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
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Add the remaining tablespoon of butter and minced garlic to the same pan. Sauté for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
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Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 3-4 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
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Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Add the rigatoni and toss until evenly coated in the sauce. Top with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot.