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Mozzarella Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties in Creamy Cheesy Sauce

Mozzarella Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties in Cheesy Cream

A delightful dish combining tender chicken, flavorful garlic, and creamy cheese tossed with bowtie pasta, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken cubes and season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, melt butter and add minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in mozzarella cheese until melted and combined.
Final Assembly
  1. Add the cooked chicken and bowtie pasta to the skillet, stirring to coat with the sauce.
  2. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  3. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For best flavor, serve this dish hot straight from the skillet. Pair it with a fresh side salad or crusty bread. Customize with additional mozzarella or parsley.