Description
This creamy mozzarella garlic butter chicken bowties in cheesy cream recipe delivers a comforting, restaurant‑style pasta dish in minutes. Tender chicken breast pieces are sautéed in butter and garlic, then simmered with heavy cream, mozzarella and Parmesan for a velvety sauce that clings to each bowtie. Perfect for family dinners, it balances rich flavor with simple prep, making it an ideal weeknight meal that feels indulgent yet easy. Add a pinch of fresh parsley for color and extra flavor tod
Ingredients
- 2 cups bowtie pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook bowtie pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until no longer pink.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add mozzarella and Parmesan, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Toss in cooked pasta, combine well, and serve warm.
Notes
- For a lighter version
- use half‑and‑half instead of heavy cream. Fresh parsley adds a bright finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Family Dinners
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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