Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties with Mozzarella Cream Sauce
A comforting dish of tender chicken and bowtie pasta enveloped in a creamy mozzarella sauce, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the diced chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth, creating a luscious sauce.
- Combine the cooked bowtie pasta with the chicken and creamy sauce, stirring to evenly coat every piece.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
Notes
For a lighter version, consider using half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg