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Creamy Parmesan Rotini with Garlic Butter Chicken

Creamy Parmesan Rotini with Garlic Butter Chicken
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Creamy Parmesan Rotini with Garlic Butter Chicken is a comforting and indulgent dish that brings together tender chicken, rich flavors, and perfectly cooked rotini pasta. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special family dinners. The garlic butter chicken adds a savory depth to the creamy Parmesan sauce, creating a satisfying meal that everyone will love. With just one pan required for cooking, cleanup is a breeze, making it even more appealing after a long day. Ready in just 30 minutes, this creamy pasta dish is sure to become a household favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter (divided)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 lb rotini pasta
  • 4 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for garnish)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1. Season chicken cubes with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
  2. 2. Cook rotini according to package directions; drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
  3. 3. In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to simmer.
  4. 4. Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder; simmer until slightly thickened (5-7 minutes).
  5. 5. Combine cooked rotini with the sauce; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed. Gently fold in the garlic butter chicken.

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