Description

This Cheesy Alfredo Twisted Pasta with Golden Garlic Butter Chicken in Creamy Sauce is the ultimate creamy weeknight indulgence. Twisted rotini pasta holds onto every drop of rich Alfredo sauce, while garlic butter-seared chicken brings golden, flavorful perfection. It’s hearty, comforting, and surprisingly easy to pull together in under an hour.

Ingredients

12 oz rotini pasta

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced

3 tablespoons butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups heavy cream

1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1 tablespoon chopped parsley (fresh or dried)

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Add diced chicken, season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sear until golden and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.

3. In the same skillet, pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Whisk in Parmesan cheese gradually until melted and smooth. Add mozzarella and stir until fully incorporated.

4. Toss the cooked pasta into the Alfredo sauce. Stir to coat thoroughly and let simmer for 2–3 minutes.

5. Add chicken back into the skillet or top each serving with it. Garnish with parsley. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce that won’t clump.

Don’t overcook the pasta; al dente helps it absorb sauce without going soggy.

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in garlic, paprika, and olive oil for 30 minutes before cooking.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Pasta Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
Calories: 790
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 640mg
Fat: 48g
Saturated Fat: 26g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 45g
Cholesterol: 210mg

Keywords: Alfredo pasta, garlic butter chicken, creamy pasta