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Mozzarella Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties

Creamy Mozzarella Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties Bliss

Creamy Mozzarella Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties is a weeknight winner filled with comforting flavors that come together quickly.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz bowtie pasta can substitute with penne or fusilli
For the Chicken
  • 2 tbsp olive oil can use vegetable oil as a substitute
  • 1 lb chicken breast can swap with chickpeas for a vegetarian option
For the Flavor
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning can use fresh basil or oregano if preferred
  • 3 cloves garlic minced garlic is recommended
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter olive oil or plant-based butter may lighten it up
  • ½ cup chicken broth use vegetable broth for a vegetarian-friendly alternative
  • cups heavy cream substitute with half-and-half for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese Pecorino Romano works for a twist
For the Final Touch
  • cups mozzarella cheese fresh mozzarella elevates the creaminess
  • ¼ cup chopped parsley basil is also a lovely alternative

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large Skillet
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 oz of bowtie pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain without rinsing.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken breast with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a cutting board to rest.
  3. In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp of butter, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute. Pour ½ cup of chicken broth and 1½ cups of heavy cream, simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce until melted and creamy. Return sliced chicken, stirring to combine.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat the pasta in the sauce.
  6. Sprinkle 1½ cups of shredded mozzarella cheese over the pasta in the skillet. Cover and let sit on low heat for 2-3 minutes until melted.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize ingredients based on availability. For a vegetarian option, use chickpeas in place of chicken.

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