Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rotini until al dente, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil and butter. Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper before cooking until golden brown and fully cooked—about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and then stir in the heavy cream and cream cheese. Mix until smooth.
- Incorporate the grated Parmesan cheese (and mozzarella if using) into the sauce. Season with crushed red pepper flakes and adjust the salt according to taste.
- Add the cooked rotini and chicken back into the skillet, and toss everything together until the pasta is well coated in that delicious sauce.
- If the mixture is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water until you reach the desired consistency.
- Serve the dish in bowls, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese for a beautiful finish.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
Notes
To make it lighter, consider using less cream or low-fat milk. This dish can be customized with different cheeses and vegetables.
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