Description
A rich, creamy pasta dish featuring seared chicken breasts, a luscious garlic-Parmesan sauce, and rotini pasta that captures every bit of cheesy goodness. It’s a cozy, satisfying meal perfect for both casual dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz rotini pasta (or other twisted pasta)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear chicken for 5–6 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. Set aside and let rest before slicing.
- Cook rotini pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain.
- In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, stir, and bring to a simmer.
- Lower heat and gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen sauce if needed. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce. Stir until well coated.
- Add sliced chicken over the pasta and sprinkle with parsley before serving.