Cupid\u2019s Creamy Garlic Chicken Rotin<\/p>\n
Rich, velvety garlic cream sauce tossed with tender chicken and rotini\u2014pure comfort made with love!<\/p>\n
Prep time: 15 minutes
\nCook time: 25 minutes
\nTotal time: 40 minutes
\nYield: 4 servings<\/p>\n
* 12 oz rotini pasta
\n* 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
\n* Salt & black pepper to taste
\n* 1 tsp Italian seasoning
\n* 1 tbsp olive oil
\n* 2 tbsp butter
\n* 4 cloves garlic, minced
\n* 1 cup heavy cream
\n* \u00bd cup chicken broth
\n* \u00bd cup grated Parmesan cheese
\n* \u00bc tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
\n* Optional garnish: chopped parsley or basil<\/p>\n
1. Cook rotini in salted water according to package directions. Reserve \u00bd cup pasta water, then drain.
\n2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
\n3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 4\u20135 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
\n4. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and saut\u00e9 30 seconds until fragrant.
\n5. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
\n6. Stir in heavy cream and red pepper flakes. Simmer 4\u20135 minutes until slightly thickened.
\n7. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
\n8. Return chicken to the skillet along with cooked rotini. Toss to coat evenly, adding pasta water as needed for a silky sauce.
\n9. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with fresh herbs on top.<\/p>\n
Pro Tip:
\nFor extra *Cupid-approved* richness, finish with a small pat of butter and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan right before serving!<\/p>\n
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