Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rotini in Parmesan Sauce

Indulge in a comforting bowl of Creamy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rotini in Parmesan Sauce! This dish features tender chicken and rotini pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic sauce. Made with just a few simple ingredients like butter, garlic, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, it’s ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this meal is not only delicious but also packed with fresh spinach for a touch of green. Garnish with parsley for an extra pop!

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Ingredients

2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

8 oz rotini pasta

4 tbsp unsalted butter

5 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 cup chicken broth

1 cup fresh spinach, chopped

1 tsp Italian seasoning

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Cook the Rotini: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Make the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Incorporate the Cheese: Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet, stirring constantly until melted and the sauce is creamy.

Combine Chicken and Spinach: Add the sautéed chicken and chopped spinach to the sauce, cooking for 2-3 minutes until the spinach has wilted.

Toss with Rotini: Add the cooked rotini to the skillet, mixing well to ensure the pasta is fully coated with the creamy sauce.

Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 mins | Total Time: 30 mins | Servings: 4