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Garlic Butter Chicken Bowtie Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A creamy, flavorful pasta dish featuring tender chicken, garlic, and Parmesan, perfect for a comforting dinner.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 12 oz bowtie farfalle pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions 

  • Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; cook for 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  • Add butter and minced garlic to the skillet; cook for about one minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in heavy cream, simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened, then stir in Parmesan cheese.
  • Add cooked pasta to the skillet, toss to coat in the sauce, then garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle additional Parmesan or fresh herbs before serving.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: chicken, Garlic, Pasta