Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Rigatoni in Alfredo Sauce
Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Rigatoni in Alfredo Sauce is a comforting, indulgent dish that combines tender chicken bites sautéed in garlic butter, creamy Alfredo sauce, and hearty rigatoni pasta. This recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite. With its rich ingredients and delightful textures, this dish will have everyone going back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick spray. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add seasoned chicken to the skillet; sear until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side). Remove from heat and let rest before cutting into bite-sized pieces.
- In the same skillet, pour in heavy cream and stir in grated Parmesan until smooth. Season as needed.
- Cook rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente; drain and combine with Alfredo sauce and chicken in the skillet. Toss to coat evenly.
- Serve on plates, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg