Cheesy Alfredo Twisted Pasta with Golden Garlic Butter Chicken in Creamy Sauce
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Alfredo Twisted Pasta with Golden Garlic Butter Chicken in Creamy Sauce. This delightful dish features twisted rotini pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce, perfectly complemented by succulent golden garlic butter chicken. Ideal for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this meal comes together in just 35 minutes, making it an easy yet indulgent option for any occasion. With its savory flavors and satisfying textures, every bite promises to be a crowd-pleaser that keeps everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1.5 lbs boneless 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
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (fresh or dried)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter and saut minced garlic until fragrant. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and paprika; cook until golden brown.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese followed by mozzarella until smooth.
- Toss cooked pasta with the Alfredo sauce and let simmer for a few minutes.
- Serve garnished with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 125mg