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Mozzarella Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties in Cheesy Cream

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This indulgent dish features tender chicken and bowtie pasta in a rich, creamy sauce with melted Parmesan and gooey Mozzarella.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz bowtie pasta
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 1/2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the bowtie pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain and set the pasta aside.
  2. Prepare the chicken. While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Add the cubed chicken breasts and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  3. Season the chicken. Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper over the chicken. Stir to coat evenly. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 to 60 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Make the cream base. Pour heavy cream into the skillet with the chicken and reduce heat to medium-low. Let it warm and bubble gently for 2 to 3 minutes to slightly thicken.
  5. Add the Parmesan. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until it melts into the cream and forms a smooth sauce.
  6. Melt in the mozzarella. Add shredded Mozzarella cheese in batches, stirring until fully melted. If needed, add reserved pasta water gradually to adjust the thickness.
  7. Combine pasta and sauce. Toss the cooked bowtie pasta in the skillet with the sauce until coated. Heat together for 1 to 2 minutes.
  8. Finish and serve. Stir in chopped parsley, taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve hot.

Notes

Use the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if it becomes too thick; the starch helps the sauce cling to the pasta.

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Keywords: chicken, pasta, creamy, cheesy, garlic, comfort food

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