Garlic Butter Chicken Rotini (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
03 - Salt and black pepper to taste
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 4 tablespoons butter
07 - 5 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 1/2 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
09 - 1 cup heavy cream
10 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
11 - 12 oz rotini pasta
12 - Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

# Instructions:

01 - Cook rotini pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
02 - In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
03 - Add chicken to the skillet and cook until golden and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
04 - In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
05 - Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well and let simmer for 3–4 minutes.
06 - Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and sauce is smooth.
07 - Return the chicken to the skillet and add the cooked rotini. Toss everything together until well coated in the sauce.
08 - Cook for another 2–3 minutes to heat through. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.

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