Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Bowtie Pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish that brings comfort and satisfaction to any meal. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender chicken pieces with bowtie pasta, all enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce enhanced by Cajun seasoning. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a special occasion, this one-pot meal is sure to impress the whole family. With its delightful combination of cheesy goodness and savory spices, this dish not only fills the stomach but also warms the heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 pound bowtie pasta
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken seasoned with Cajun seasoning, cooking until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds. Stir in Velveeta cheese, cream cheese, heavy cream, and remaining butter until melted.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet and toss gently to coat.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg