Cheesy Bowtie Pasta with Garlic Parmesan Chicken
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Cheesy Bowtie Pasta with Garlic Parmesan Chicken! This creamy, rich dish features tender bowtie pasta enveloped in a luscious cheese sauce, perfectly paired with juicy garlic parmesan chicken. Ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe delivers mouthwatering flavors that will satisfy everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add the bowtie pasta and cook until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- 2. Prepare the Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for about 6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Slice into strips after resting.
- 3. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of butter and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 3 minutes before adding parmesan cheese.
- 4. Combine Ingredients: Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with sauce, mixing well to coat. Gently fold in sliced chicken.
- 5. Serve: Transfer to plates and garnish with extra parmesan and chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 275g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg