Description
Indulge in the creamy, comforting delight of Cheesy Alfredo Twisted Pasta with Golden Garlic Butter Chicken in Creamy Sauce. This dish is a perfect blend of twisted rotini pasta enveloped in a luscious Alfredo sauce, paired with succulent garlic butter chicken that’s seared to golden perfection. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a special family gathering, this easy-to-make recipe can be whipped up in under 35 minutes and is bound to satisfy both kids and adults alike. With its rich flavors and hearty textures, this pasta dish promises to become a beloved favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup 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
- Boil rotini pasta in salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add minced garlic, then diced chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add heavy cream and simmer gently. Whisk in Parmesan until smooth. Add mozzarella and stir until melted.
- Toss cooked pasta in the creamy sauce for even coating; simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet or serve on top; garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg