Garlic Parmesan Chicken Rigatoni (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

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01 - 1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 cup chicken broth
05 - 1 cup heavy cream
06 - 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
08 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - Boil rigatoni in salted water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
02 - Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large pan. Season chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook over medium heat until golden and cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
03 - Add remaining tablespoon of butter and minced garlic to the pan. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 3-4 minutes. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing until smooth. Simmer for additional 2-3 minutes.
05 - Return cooked chicken to the pan, add rigatoni, and toss to coat evenly with sauce. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

# Notes:

01 - Use freshly grated Parmesan for optimal flavor and smooth sauce consistency.