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Mozzarella Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties in Cheesy Cream

A comforting dish of bowtie pasta coated in a rich, cheesy cream sauce with browned chicken and a hint of garlic.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken
  • 12 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle) Cook until al dente.
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized cubes Brown well for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter Melt in the skillet.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Sauté briefly.
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream For a rich sauce.
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Use freshly grated for best results.
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese For topping.
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional for heat.
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook bowtie pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté seasoned chicken until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. Melt butter in the same skillet and sauté garlic for 1 minute.
  2. Add chicken broth and heavy cream, then simmer for 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  4. Return chicken to the pan and toss with the sauce.
  5. Add cooked pasta and mix until well coated.
  6. Sprinkle mozzarella on top, cover, and let melt for 2 to 3 minutes.
Serving
  1. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for a smoother sauce. Al dente pasta holds better texture in the sauce. Add pasta water to thin the sauce if needed. Can substitute rotisserie chicken for faster prep.