Description
Lemon & Garlic Chicken Bites with Creamy Rigatoni Parmesan is a delightful dish that brings the warmth of Italian flavors to your dining table. Tender chicken marinated in zesty lemon and aromatic garlic pairs beautifully with rich, creamy rigatoni. This comforting meal is perfect for cozy weeknights or entertaining guests, ensuring every bite is a taste sensation that will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400?F (200?C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, combine minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken breasts evenly in this mixture.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Meanwhile, cook rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a separate pan over medium heat, simmer heavy cream and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Slice baked chicken and combine with rigatoni and sauce; mix gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 675
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 140mg