Indulge in a delectable and simple pasta dish — Creamy Chicken and Thyme Rotini. A delightful mix of juicy chicken, rich cream sauce, and a hint of thyme will elevate your regular pasta night, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rotini pasta according to package directions for al dente doneness. Drain and set aside.
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Season the cubed chicken breast with salt and pepper.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil and add the seasoned chicken. Cook until fully cooked through, about 8 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a bowl or plate and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the minced garlic, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Pour the dry white wine into the skillet, using a wooden spoon to scrape the browned bits up from the bottom. Allow the wine to reduce by half, about 2-3 minutes.
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Add the chicken stock to the skillet and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
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Stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, grated parmesan cheese, and chopped thyme into the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Allow simmering for 7 minutes, until the sauce has thickened a bit.
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Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper if necessary. Add the cooked rotini pasta and cooked chicken to the skillet, stirring to combine and coat the pasta with the sauce. Serve immediately.