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Creamy Parmesan Rigatoni

Creamy Parmesan Chicken Rigatoni: A comforting, rich, and flavorful pasta dish perfect for any occasion. Easy to make with a 40-minute total time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 615
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch thick chunks
  • 1 lb Rigatoni pasta
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter (divided for searing and sauce)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning (dried oregano, basil, thyme)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth for savory depth
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese, freshly shredded
  • 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • to taste Salt and black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Large skillet
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Colander for draining pasta

Method
 

  1. Boil salted water in a large pot and cook rigatoni until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
  2. Season chicken chunks with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; sear seasoned chicken for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Remove from pan.
  4. In the same pan, melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter, add minced garlic, and sauté for about 1 minute. Deglaze with chicken broth.
  5. Add heavy cream and cream cheese; whisk until smooth and bubbling, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat and stir in Parmesan and mozzarella until sauce is thick and glossy.
  7. Toss cooked rigatoni in the sauce for 2 minutes, adding reserved pasta water if sauce is too thick.
  8. Serve with golden chicken and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 615kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 157mgSodium: 546mgPotassium: 573mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 740IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 417mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For an extra burst of flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days; add a splash of milk when reheating to maintain creaminess. Feel free to substitute chicken with shrimp or skip it entirely for a vegetarian version.
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