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Creamy Garlic Chicken Bowtie Pasta

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A comforting skillet meal featuring tender chicken, rich Parmesan cream sauce, and al dente bowtie pasta, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 12 oz bowtie pasta, dried
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bowtie pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve one cup of the pasta water before draining, then drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter melts and the oil shimmers.
  3. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 to 60 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  4. Add the diced or sliced chicken to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Let the cream simmer and thicken slightly, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water until desired consistency.
  7. Toss the cooked bowtie pasta into the skillet and coat it evenly with the sauce. Heat through for a minute or two.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days and reheat gently. The cream sauce can be frozen; for best results, freeze the sauce and chicken separately from the pasta.

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Keywords: garlic chicken pasta, creamy pasta, Italian recipe, weeknight dinner, comfort food

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