Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Cheesy Garlic Chicken Bowtie Pasta, a comforting dish that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings. This delightful recipe features tender chicken cooked to perfection, enveloped in a rich, cheesy sauce made from Velveeta and mozzarella. The bowtie pasta adds a playful touch while soaking up all the flavors. In just about 30 minutes, you can create a meal that’s not only quick but also sure to impress everyone at your table. Customize it with your favorite vegetables for added nutrition and color!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook bowtie pasta according to package instructions; reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
- Season chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat; sear the chicken until golden brown.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic; add heavy cream and cheeses until smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Serve topped with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 875
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 51g
- Cholesterol: 160mg