Mozzarella Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties in Indulgent Cheesy Cream
A comforting dish featuring tender chicken, garlic, and a creamy mozzarella sauce over bowtie pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
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.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 to 60 seconds.
- Pour in the heavy cream and let simmer for a few minutes.
- Add the shredded mozzarella, salt, and black pepper, stirring until smooth.
- Mix in the cooked bowtie pasta to coat evenly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Pat the chicken dry before cooking for better browning. This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 830
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 52g
- Saturated Fat: 30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: chicken pasta, creamy pasta, comfort food