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Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken with Bowtie Pasta and Creamy Sauce

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A warm and comforting dish featuring tender chicken and bowtie pasta in a silky, cheesy cream sauce.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, High Protein

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thick chunks
  • 10 oz bowtie pasta
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded Velveeta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup reserved pasta water (optional)
  • Fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bowtie pasta until al dente according to package directions. Drain the pasta and reserve about ½ cup of pasta water.
  2. While the pasta cooks, pat the chicken chunks dry with paper towels and season evenly with Cajun seasoning, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. When the butter foams, add the seasoned chicken in a single layer. Cook until all sides are golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and add the remaining unsalted butter to the skillet. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir to combine, then add Velveeta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously until the cheeses melt into a smooth, creamy sauce.
  6. Add the cooked bowtie pasta and the seared chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, slowly stir in reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Pat the chicken dry before seasoning for the best sear. Grate Parmesan fresh for optimal flavor.

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