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Cheesy Garlic Chicken Bowtie Pasta

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A cozy, indulgent weeknight favorite, this pasta dish features seared chicken and bowtie pasta coated in a rich, creamy garlic sauce.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing and Sautรฉing
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: None

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
  • 12 oz bowtie pasta
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 6 oz Velveeta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning (optional)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pasta. Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. Season the chicken. Pat the chicken dry and season evenly with garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, and salt and pepper.
  3. Sear the chicken. In a skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the chicken and sear until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-6 minutes per side.
  4. Sautรฉ the garlic. In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter and add the minced garlic. Sautรฉ until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  5. Build the cream base. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add Velveeta cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
  6. Add the other cheeses. Mix in shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan, stirring until thickened. Adjust seasoning and add reserved pasta water if needed.
  7. Combine pasta and sauce. Toss the cooked bowtie pasta with the cheese sauce, adding reserved pasta water as necessary.
  8. Plate and serve. Serve the pasta topped with seared chicken, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

Slice the chicken thin for even cooking and warm reserved pasta water for better sauce mixing.

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