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Indulgent Mozzarella Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties in Cheesy Cream

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Warm, comforting, and decadently cheesy, this dish features tender chicken cubes in a lush cream sauce with Parmesan and melted mozzarella.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz bowtie pasta
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 1/2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the bowtie pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare the chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Add the cubed chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  3. Season the chicken: Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper over the chicken. Stir to combine and add minced garlic, cooking until fragrant for about 30 to 60 seconds.
  4. Make the cream base: Pour heavy cream into the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and let it bubble gently for 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. Add Parmesan: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. Melt in the mozzarella: Gradually add shredded Mozzarella, stirring until fully melted. Add reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
  7. Combine pasta and sauce: Toss cooked pasta in the skillet with the sauce until well coated. Heat together for 1 to 2 minutes.
  8. Finish and serve: Stir in chopped parsley, adjust seasoning, and serve hot.

Notes

Use reserved pasta water to adjust sauce texture. Do not boil the cream aggressively; keep it smooth.

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