Mozzarella Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties in Cheesy Cream
A comforting dish of bowtie pasta and tender chicken in a rich, creamy garlic sauce, topped with gooey mozzarella.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add chicken breasts to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked pasta and mozzarella cheese to the skillet, tossing to combine.
- Cook until the mozzarella is melted and the pasta is coated in the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg