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Garlic Butter Chicken with Bowtie Pasta

A delicious and simple dish featuring tender chicken, rich garlic butter sauce, and creamy Parmesan cheese, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts, diced
  • 8 oz bowtie pasta
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to garnish Fresh parsley

Method
 

Cooking the pasta
  1. Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Cooking the chicken
  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add the diced chicken to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Making the sauce
  1. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
  2. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
Combining
  1. Toss the cooked bowtie pasta into the skillet, mixing until the pasta is well coated in the sauce.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes to the dish. If you like a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when sautéing the garlic. Make sure not to overcook the chicken; it should be juicy and tender. Leftovers can be stored for 3-4 days in an airtight container or frozen for up to 2 months.