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Creamy Brie Chicken Rigatoni

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This dish features tender chicken sautéed with garlic and thyme, folded into rigatoni and smothered in a velvety, melting brie cream sauce. The fusion of hearty pasta and luxurious cheese offers an indulgent yet comforting plate perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Created in under thirty minutes, each bite showcases creamy textures, savory poultry, and aromatic herbs. A finishing touch of cracked black pepper enhances the richness and brings balance. Ideal for those craving elevated flavors in a simple, approachable meal.

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Updated on Fri, 31 Oct 2025 10:08:00 GMT
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Creamy Brie Chicken Rigatoni served with fresh thyme and cracked black pepper. | butterhearth.com

Rich and indulgent pasta with lounging brie, tender chicken, thyme, and cream. This recipe brings the cozy flavors of French bistros right into your kitchen.

I made this on a rainy weeknight, and the brie created a sauce so luxurious everyone asked for seconds. The scent of thyme made the whole house feel warm.

Ingredients

  • Pasta & Protein: 300 g rigatoni, 2 cups diced chicken
  • Sauce: 2 garlic cloves (minced), ½ cup heavy cream, 100 g diced brie, 1 tsp fresh thyme

Instructions

Cook Rigatoni:
Boil the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente.
Sauté Chicken:
Sauté garlic with thyme in a skillet. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned.
Create Sauce:
Stir in heavy cream and diced brie. Simmer until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth.
Combine:
Toss cooked pasta with the sauce and chicken. Serve immediately.
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Indulgent Creamy Brie Chicken Rigatoni featuring tender chicken and rich, melting brie. | butterhearth.com

This dish always appears at birthday suppers in our home, with everyone gathering around the table just for that first cheesy bite.

Required Tools

Use a large pot for pasta and a sturdy skillet for sautéing the chicken and making the sauce.

Allergen Information

This recipe contains dairy from brie and cream, and wheat in the rigatoni.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: 560 calories, 25 g total fat, 46 g carbohydrates, 36 g protein.

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Deliciously creamy Chicken Rigatoni with brie, thyme, and a comforting pasta finish. | butterhearth.com

A few sprigs of fresh thyme will make each serving fragrant and special. Enjoy every spoonful while it’s warm and creamy.

Recipe Questions

→ Can I use a different pasta shape?

Yes, penne or fusilli work well, though rigatoni holds the creamy sauce beautifully.

→ What can I substitute for brie?

Creamy cheeses like Camembert or triple-cream cheeses make good alternatives.

→ Is fresh thyme necessary?

Dried thyme can be used if fresh is unavailable, but fresh offers brighter flavor.

→ How do I make it vegetarian?

Swap chicken for mushrooms or roasted vegetables to keep the same creamy texture.

→ Can I prepare this ahead?

The sauce is best enjoyed fresh, but cooked components can be refrigerated and tossed just before serving.

→ What wine pairs well with this dish?

Try a light-bodied Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio to complement the creamy sauce and brie.

Creamy Brie Chicken Rigatoni

Brie and chicken meld with rigatoni in creamy thyme sauce. Quick, rich, and French-inspired for easy dinners.

Prep duration
10 min
Time to cook
20 min
Complete duration
30 min
Created by Grace Mitchell


Skill Level Easy

Heritage French

Output 4 Portions

Dietary considerations None specified

Components

Pasta & Protein

01 10.5 oz rigatoni
02 2 cups diced chicken breast

Sauce

01 2 garlic cloves, minced
02 1/2 cup heavy cream
03 3.5 oz brie cheese, diced
04 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

Directions

Stage 01

Prepare Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rigatoni and cook until al dente according to package directions.

Stage 02

Sauté Aromatics and Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and thyme until fragrant, then add diced chicken. Cook, stirring frequently, until chicken is just cooked through.

Stage 03

Create Creamy Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and stir in brie cheese. Continue cooking gently until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Stage 04

Combine and Serve: Drain rigatoni and add to the skillet with sauce. Toss pasta until coated and heated through. Serve immediately.

Necessary tools

  • Large pot
  • Skillet

Allergy details

Review each component for potential allergens and consider consulting with a healthcare provider if you're unsure about certain ingredients.
  • Contains dairy and wheat.

Nutritional information (per portion)

These values are estimates only and shouldn't replace professional medical guidance.
  • Energy Value: 560
  • Fats: 25 g
  • Carbohydrates: 46 g
  • Protein Content: 36 g