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Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken Bowtie with Mozzarella Cream Sauce

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A comforting dish of bite-sized chicken in a savory garlic butter sauce, served with bowtie pasta and a creamy mozzarella sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp butter, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 lb bowtie pasta
  • 4 cups heavy cream
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, plus more for topping
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook 1 lb bowtie pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter until hot. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces, then sprinkle 1 tsp Cajun seasoning, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
  3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Melt the remaining 2 tbsp butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add 4 cloves minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Lower the heat to medium-low and add 4 cups heavy cream, stirring gently.
  6. Add 4 oz softened cream cheese and whisk until smooth.
  7. Stir in 1 cup shredded mozzarella and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan until melted and slightly thickened.
  8. Add the drained bowtie pasta and the cooked chicken back into the skillet, tossing gently to coat.
  9. Heat through for 1 to 2 minutes until warmed. Serve warm and top with extra shredded mozzarella if desired.

Notes

For extra browning, pat the chicken dry before seasoning and searing. Adjust sauce thickness with reserved water as needed.

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