Description
Cheesy Alfredo Twisted Pasta with Golden Garlic Butter Chicken in Creamy Sauce is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for family dinners or friendly gatherings. This indulgent dish features twisted rotini pasta coated in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce, topped with succulent garlic butter chicken. Ready in under an hour, it’s not only satisfying but also a quick solution for busy weeknights. Each bite bursts with flavor and creaminess, making it a guaranteed hit at your dinner table. Elevate your meal with fresh herbs or side salads to complement the richness of the pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (fresh or dried)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add chicken and seasonings. Sear until cooked through.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer. Whisk in Parmesan and mozzarella cheese until smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet and toss well to coat. Simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 115mg