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Garlic Butter Chicken Bowtie Pasta

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A comforting weeknight meal with rich, garlicky sauce, tender chicken, and al dente bowtie pasta, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast (or thighs), cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 12 ounces bowtie pasta (farfalle)
  • 6–8 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken dry and season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bowtie pasta until al dente, following package directions. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
  3. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the tablespoon of olive oil until shimmering. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and sear until golden brown and cooked through, about 5 to 8 minutes depending on size. Remove the chicken to a plate.
  4. Reduce heat to medium, add the 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter to the skillet and let it melt. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 to 60 seconds.
  5. Pour in the 1.5 cups of chicken broth to deglaze the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let the broth simmer for a few minutes to concentrate the flavor.
  6. Stir in the 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, allowing the sauce to simmer gently until it thickens slightly.
  7. Return the cooked pasta and seared chicken to the skillet with the sauce. Toss everything together until well coated and heated through. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For freezing, cool completely and store without the garnish. Can be reheated gently on the stove.

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