Description
Cheesy Alfredo Twisted Pasta with Golden Garlic Butter Chicken in Creamy Sauce is a mouthwatering dish that combines the best of comfort food and quick weeknight meals. This delightful recipe features twisted rotini pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce, enhanced by tender garlic butter-seared chicken. Perfect for family dinners or cozy date nights, this dish is surprisingly easy to prepare in just 35 minutes. With its irresistible flavors and creamy texture, it’s sure to become a new favorite for any occasion.
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
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and paprika; cook until golden brown.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Gradually whisk in Parmesan and mozzarella until smooth.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce and let simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 135mg