Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta (Print Version)
Creamy pasta with tender chicken, garlic, and fresh Parmesan for a satisfying meal.
# Ingredients:
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1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
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3 tablespoons 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 Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
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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
# Instructions:
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Boil rigatoni in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Remove chicken and set aside.
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Add the remaining tablespoon of butter and minced garlic to the same pan. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Pour chicken broth into the pan and simmer for 3-4 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese until smooth. Continue to simmer for 2-3 minutes on medium-low heat.
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Return cooked chicken to the pan. Add the rigatoni and toss until evenly coated in the sauce.
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Top with fresh parsley and serve hot.
# Notes:
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Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce.
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Maintain medium-low heat when adding dairy to prevent the sauce from breaking.