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Creamy Chicken Rotini Pasta

A Creamy & Delicious Gluten Free Dinner!

There’s nothing better than a warm, bowl of creamy chicken rotini pasta after a long day. This dish combines gluten-free rotini pasta and chicken with a velvety sauce that is the perfect balance of rich, creamy, and tang. It's a quick and easy meal that comes together in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal go-to dinner for busy nights!

This image is a close up of the gluten free rotini pasta. you can see the creamy chicken sauce with broccoli over the noodles.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

  • One-Pot Convenience: Easy cleanup with minimal dishes!
  • Quick & Simple: Ready in under 30 minutes.
  • Creamy & Comforting: A perfect balance of richness and flavor.
  • Family-Friendly: Loved by kids and adults alike.
This image is the final product of gluten free rotini pasta in a pan.

How to Make Creamy Rotini Pasta

This dish is so creamy and delicious! I love to the texture of the pasta paired with the rich creamy texture of the sauce. The tomato sauce has just the right balance of richness and acidity, coating every bite of tender pasta and chicken. Plus, it’s so versatile—you can customize it with different veggies, add some spice, or even swap the protein. Best of all, it’s a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze!

Ingredients

This image is a spoonful of the gluten free creamy rotini pasta. It is a close up pf Rotini noodle, chicken and broccoli.
  • Jovial Rotini Pasta
  • Chicken Breast
  • Broccoli
  • Olive oil
  • Onion
  • Garlic
  • Tomato Pasta Sauce
  • Half and Half
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Paprika

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to the instruction on the box. (I use Jovial Rotini pasta for the best texture)
  2. In a pan, simmer onion and garlic in olive oil over medium heat.
  3. While the veggies simmer, cut chicken into 1 inch cubes and season with salt, pepper and paprika.
  4. Back at the pan, push onion and garlic to the edges and add chicken chunks. Cook the chicken until no longer pink.
  5. Add tomato sauce and cream to the pan. Make sure to stir thoroughly so the sauces combine evenly.
  6. Add chopped vegetables to chicken and sauce. Stir and let veggies soften.
  7. Add drained pasta to the sauces mixture.
  8. Enjoy!
This image is of 2 bowls of gluten free creamy rotini pasta.

Alternatives & Add-ons

  • To make this dairy free, replace the half and half with coconut milk. It won't be as thick, but it will be smooth and creamy.
  • Increase your protein by adding different types of sausage or shrimp.
  • Want more veggies? Try adding spinach!
  • Top your pasta with Parmesan cheese. What other toppings do you put on your pasta?

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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Description

Indulge in a comforting bowl of creamy chicken rotini pasta, featuring tender rotini, juicy chicken, and a creamy tomato sauce. This easy one-pot meal is packed with flavor, simple ingredients, and perfect for a cozy dinner the whole family will love!

Ingredients
  • 12 ounce Rotini Pasta (I use jovial gluten free pasta)
  • 1 pound Chicken breast (chopped)
  • 1 Large Broccoli Crown (chopped)
  • 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1/2 Onion (diced)
  • 2 Garlic Cloves (finely diced)
  • 1/2 cup Tomato Sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups Half and Half
    • Seasonings
  • 1/2 tsp Salt & Pepper (to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp Paprika (add if you want a bit of spice)
Instructions
  1. 1
    Rotini Pasta Preparation
    • Start by preparing the rotini pasta. Follow the instructions found on the box of the rotini pasta.
    • Boil 3 quarts of water with salt.
    • Add the pasta, bring to a boil, then let it cook until soft.  
    • While the water is boiling, begin preparation for the creamy chicken sauce.
  2. 2
    Creamy Chicken Sauce
    • Pour olive oil in a large pan on medium heat. 
    • Add garlic and onion. Cook until onion is translucent. Set cooked garlic and onion aside in a separate bowl.
    • Using the same pan, cook the chicken. Chicken should be in small chuncks. Make sure to stir and cook chicken on all sides until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees.
    • When the chicken is finished, turn the temperature down to low-medium. Add the tomato sauce and half and half. Stir constantly until the sauces are blended together.
    • Pour the onion and garlic and back into the mixture. Add the chopped broccoli and fold together. 
    • Drain the pasta and fold into the creamy chicken sauce. 
    • Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Read it online: https://cookingwithquetzal.com/recipe/creamy-chicken-rotini-pasta/
Jenna Ramirez
Gluten Free Food and Lifestyle Blogger

Hello beautiful people! My name is Jenna Ramirez and welcome to my gluten free kitchen!

I have been gluten free for more than half of my life and have learned to love and appreciate every step of my gluten free journey. I am passionate about living a healthy, balanced lifestyle and I am excited to share that journey with you!