Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken Rotini Alfredo One-Pan Dinner is a comforting and delicious meal that transforms your weeknight dinners into something special. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken pieces coated in a rich, creamy garlic sauce, perfectly combined with rotini pasta for a satisfying experience. With just one pan to clean, this recipe is not only time-efficient but also perfect for families looking for a flavorful dinner option. Enjoy the delightful combination of garlic, butter, and Parmesan cheese as you serve this meal warm, garnished with fresh parsley for an extra touch of flavor.
Ingredients
- 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
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Sauté the seasoned chicken until browned and cooked through; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to simmer.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth; season to taste.
- Return the chicken and pasta to the skillet, mixing thoroughly to coat in sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 280g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: For added vegetables, consider tossing in steamed broccoli or spinach during the last few minutes of cooking. Adjust heavy cream amount for a lighter or richer sauce based on preference.