Description
Garlic Butter Chicken with Creamy Cheesy Bowtie Pasta is a delectable dish that brings comfort and indulgence to your dining table. With tender chicken pieces sautéed in rich garlic butter and enveloped in a luscious creamy cheese sauce, this recipe is an instant crowd-pleaser. The bowtie pasta soaks up the flavors beautifully, creating a satisfying meal perfect for any occasion—from busy weeknights to elegant gatherings. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a quick and easy option that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 4 tbsp butter
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup Velveeta cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Sauté until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Lower heat, then pour in heavy cream, milk, and chicken broth; stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add Velveeta cubes, cream cheese, cheddar, and Parmesan into the skillet; stir until melted into a thick sauce. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Return chicken to skillet and fold in cooked pasta gently to coat with sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg