A comforting dish featuring tender chicken, gooey cheese, and bowtie pasta in a creamy garlic butter sauce.
Author:emma-brooks
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Gluten-Free Option Available
Ingredients
Scale
8 oz bowtie pasta, dry
1 lb chicken breast, diced
4 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup chopped parsley
Instructions
Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving a tablespoon of pasta cooking water for a looser sauce if desired.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until foamy but not burnt.
Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream, bringing it to a simmer while keeping the heat moderate.
Stir in the mozzarella cheese until melted and creamy.
Add the cooked pasta, salt, and pepper, then toss to combine.
Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Serve hot.
Notes
For extra comfort, you can add a splash more heavy cream when melting the cheese.