Mozzarella Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties in Indulgent Cheesy Cream
Warm, fragrant, and utterly comforting, this dish combines tender chicken and creamy mozzarella cheese with bowtie pasta for a satisfying weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups bowtie pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside. Reserve a splash of pasta cooking water.
- Add the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Do not let it brown.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned, turning occasionally. Cook until no longer pink inside.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 to 60 seconds.
- Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer for a few minutes until the cream thickens slightly.
- Add the shredded mozzarella, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheese is melted.
- Mix in the cooked bowtie pasta until evenly coated with the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on low heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 830
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: chicken pasta, creamy pasta, weeknight dinner, mozzarella, garlic butter