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Mozzarella Garlic Butter Chicken

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A comforting, creamy pasta dinner featuring tender chicken in a garlic cream sauce with melted mozzarella, perfect for weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water, and set aside.
  2. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. Season evenly with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning, tossing to coat.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken in a single layer. Cook without moving for 2 to 3 minutes until golden, then stir and continue cooking until cooked through, about 4 to 5 minutes total. Transfer chicken to a plate.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add unsalted butter to the same skillet and melt. Add minced garlic and sauté for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 2 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat to low. Add shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until melted and sauce thickens, about 3 to 4 minutes. Season with additional salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the drained pasta and toss to coat evenly. Add reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
  8. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

For more heat, increase crushed red pepper flakes. For extra cheesy flavor, stir in additional grated Parmesan before serving.

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