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Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken Bowtie with Mozzarella Cream Sauce

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A comforting, crowd-pleasing weeknight dinner featuring seared chicken in a creamy sauce with bowtie pasta.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: None

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp butter, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 lb bowtie pasta
  • 4 cups heavy cream
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, plus more for topping
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat the skillet. Place a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Let the butter melt and become foamy.
  3. Cook the chicken. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the skillet in a single layer. Season with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
  4. Sauté the garlic. Return the skillet and add the remaining butter. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Make the cream sauce. Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Stir gently and bring to a light simmer. Add the cream cheese and whisk until smooth.
  6. Add the cheese. Stir in the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese, continuing to stir until melted and smooth. If too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
  7. Combine pasta and chicken. Add the drained pasta and chicken back to the skillet. Toss gently to coat with the sauce.
  8. Serve. Spoon into bowls or plates and sprinkle with extra mozzarella if desired. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

Cut chicken into uniform pieces for even cooking. Soften cream cheese at room temperature for easier incorporation.

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