Description

This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Cheesy Twisted Pasta is the coziest dinner you can make on a busy night or for special guests. Tender seared chicken meets spiraled rotini in a garlic-infused parmesan cream sauce that clings to every bite. Comfort food at its most indulgent, yet simple to make.

Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts

8 oz rotini pasta

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 tablespoons butter (divided)

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup grated parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Season both sides of chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter. Sear chicken until golden and cooked through, 5–7 minutes per side. Set aside.

3. In a pot of salted boiling water, cook rotini pasta until al dente. Drain and reserve.

4. In the same skillet, melt the remaining tablespoon of butter. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.

5. Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently. Stir in parmesan cheese and cook until fully melted and smooth.

6. Slice chicken into strips or bite-sized pieces.

7. Toss pasta in the sauce, then return chicken to skillet. Sprinkle with parsley and combine everything.

8. Serve warm with additional parmesan and parsley, if desired.

Notes

For richer flavor, use freshly grated parmesan instead of pre-shredded.

Add a splash of cream or milk when reheating to restore creaminess.

Want a veggie boost? Add baby spinach or steamed broccoli when tossing the pasta.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 585
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 520mg
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 135mg

Keywords: Creamy pasta, garlic parmesan, chicken pasta