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Creamy Parmesan Rotini with Garlic Butter Chicken

Creamy Parmesan Rotini with Garlic Butter Chicken
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Indulge in a comforting bowl of Creamy Parmesan Rotini with Garlic Butter Chicken, perfect for family dinners or special occasions. This dish features tender chicken coated in a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce, paired with perfectly cooked rotini pasta. Infused with the delightful flavors of garlic and Cajun seasoning, it’s a meal that promises to satisfy every palate.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 lb rotini pasta
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives

Instructions

  1. Toss chicken cubes with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.
  2. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Cook rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
  4. In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt 6 tbsp of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, then bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  6. Add the cooked rotini pasta to the creamy Parmesan sauce and toss to coat evenly; if too thick, add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Finally, add the cooked garlic butter chicken and combine everything gently. Serve immediately garnished with extra grated Parmesan cheese and fresh chives.

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