Description
Garlic Butter Chicken With Rigatoni combines tender chicken cubes with a silky garlic butter sauce that embraces al dente rigatoni, creating a comforting, restaurant‑quality pasta dish. The addition of grape juice adds a subtle brightness, while Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley deliver depth and freshness. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this easy recipe serves six, offers balanced protein and carbs, and showcases classic Italian flavors in a quick, satisfying meal today rich.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound rigatoni pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup grape juice
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add the diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Pour in the grape juice and simmer until reduced, concentrating the flavor.
- Return the cooked rigatoni to the skillet, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, and toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- Reserve a cup of pasta cooking water to adjust sauce consistency if needed. For a spicier version
- add red pepper flakes with the garlic.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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