Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties (Print)
A rich and creamy garlic butter chicken paired with perfectly cooked bowtie pasta.
# Ingredients:
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1 pound bowtie pasta
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1.5 pounds boneless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
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2 tablespoons butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 cup chicken broth
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4 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons olive oil
# Directions:
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to the package directions. Drain well, then set aside.
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While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and season with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from the pan and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Add the softened cream cheese and whisk until it melts and the sauce is smooth. Bring it to a gentle simmer.
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Reduce the heat to low. Add in 3/4 cup of mozzarella and all of the Parmesan cheese. Keep stirring until the sauce becomes creamy with no lumps.
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Toss everything well so each bowtie gets coated in sauce. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of mozzarella over the top. Cover the skillet and let it sit for 2 to 3 minutes, until the cheese melts. Return the chicken to the skillet on top of the cheesy pasta. Garnish with parsley if desired.