Description

Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Tried This Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Rotini Alfredo, a perfect weeknight dinner that comes together in just one pan! This delightful dish features tender chicken pieces enveloped in a luscious garlic butter sauce, paired with rotini pasta for a satisfying meal that the whole family will love. With its quick preparation time and minimal cleanup, this recipe is designed for busy evenings when you crave something delicious without the fuss. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or enjoy it as is—it’s sure to become a household favorite!

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 pound rotini pasta
4 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Cook the rotini pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté the seasoned chicken until cooked through (5 to 7 minutes). Remove and keep warm.
In the same skillet, cook minced garlic until fragrant, then add chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted into a creamy sauce.
Combine cooked chicken and rotini with the sauce, tossing until well coated.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (around 350g)
Calories: 640
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 40g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 43g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 120mg

Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating vegetables like spinach or broccoli into the dish. Feel free to substitute rotini with your favorite pasta type, adjusting cooking times as necessary.