Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties (Print-Friendly Version)

Bowtie pasta tossed with garlic butter chicken and luscious mozzarella cream sauce for a comforting meal.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 1 pound bowtie pasta

→ Chicken

02 - 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

→ Fats and Oils

03 - 2 tablespoons butter
04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Aromatics & Seasoning

05 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
07 - 1 teaspoon paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 1 teaspoon salt

→ Dairy & Cheeses

10 - 1 cup heavy cream
11 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
12 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
13 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Liquids

14 - 1 cup chicken broth

# How to Make It:

01 - Boil a large pot of water. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
02 - Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and season evenly with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Sear chicken for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and reserve.
04 - In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir in softened cream cheese and whisk until the mixture is smooth. Let the sauce gently simmer.
05 - Reduce heat to low. Gradually add 3/4 cup of shredded mozzarella and all the Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.
06 - Add drained pasta to the skillet and combine thoroughly to coat each piece in the sauce. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella over the pasta. Cover and allow to sit for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese melts. Return cooked chicken on top of the pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - To increase heat, add additional Cajun seasoning or a pinch of red pepper flakes during seasoning.
02 - Alternate pasta shapes may be used as a substitute for bowtie pasta.
03 - Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

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