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Mozzarella Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties in Cheesy Cream

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A comforting, weeknight-friendly pasta dish featuring tender chicken and al dente bowtie pasta, coated in a rich, creamy sauce with garlic and melted mozzarella.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Chicken

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 lb bowtie pasta
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare and season the chicken. Pat the chicken dry and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, black pepper, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Cook the chicken. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the seasoned chicken, and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Cook the pasta. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bowtie pasta until al dente, then drain.
  4. Sauté the garlic. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant, about 30 to 45 seconds.
  5. Loosen the cream cheese. Whisk together cream cheese with 2 to 3 tablespoons of heavy cream until smooth.
  6. Build the sauce. Pour chicken broth and remaining heavy cream into the skillet, then stir in the cream cheese mixture.
  7. Melt in the cheeses. Bring to a simmer, add shredded mozzarella, and stir until melted and smooth.
  8. Combine pasta and chicken. Toss in the drained bowtie pasta and cooked chicken until fully coated in the sauce.
  9. Serve immediately, optionally broiling for 1 minute for a lightly browned cheese finish.

Notes

Do not overcook the chicken. Use reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce without diluting its flavor.

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