Garlic Butter Chicken Parmesan Rigatoni
This dish features tender rigatoni tossed in a savory garlic butter sauce with chicken and parmesan.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb boneless chicken thighs Trim excess fat
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta Cook until al dente
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter Melted for sauce
- 4 cloves garlic Minced for flavor
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese For topping
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning Adds herb flavor
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes Optional for heat
- 0.5 cup chicken broth For extra moisture
- 1 tbsp olive oil For cooking the chicken
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat and add the chicken thighs.
- Sear the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat and add butter and garlic, sautéing for 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes; let it simmer briefly.
- Add the drained rigatoni and mix until well coated with the sauce.
- Slice the chicken and place on top of the pasta, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Serve while hot, garnishing with parsley if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, consider drizzling with a balsamic glaze before serving!