Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Chicken Bowtie Pasta with Garlic Mozzarella Sauce, a delightful dish that promises to please everyone at the dinner table. This recipe combines tender chicken and al dente bowtie pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic sauce made with gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, it can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. With its simple preparation and appealing taste, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 pound bowtie pasta
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add chicken, season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper, cooking until golden brown (about 6–8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds), then add heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Gradually stir in mozzarella cheese until smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta and chicken into the sauce, tossing until well coated. Adjust seasoning as desired before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg