Description

Creamy, garlicky, and packed with comforting flavor, this dish is the ultimate weeknight indulgence. Tender seared chicken breasts sit atop a bed of perfectly cooked rotini, all drenched in a rich Parmesan cream sauce that clings to every twist of the pasta. It’s hearty, elegant, and fast enough to make any night feel special.

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
8 oz rotini pasta
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Boil rotini in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook 6–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Set aside to rest, then slice.
Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Lower heat and stir in cream, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Combine: Add rotini to the sauce and stir to coat. Thin with extra broth if needed.
Serve: Top creamy rotini with sliced chicken and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Serve warm.

Notes

For extra depth, use a mix of Parmesan and Romano cheese.
Be sure not to overcook the garlic it should be fragrant but not browned.
Letting the chicken rest before slicing helps keep it juicy.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 590 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 610 mg
Fat: 28 g
Saturated Fat: 13 g
Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 36 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 45 g
Cholesterol: 135 mg

Keywords: creamy chicken pasta, garlic butter chicken, Parmesan rotini, comfort food pasta, chicken pasta dinner