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Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken with Bowtie Pasta and Creamy Sauce

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A comforting dish of tender chicken and silky cheese sauce with bowtie pasta, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
  • 10 oz bowtie pasta
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded Velveeta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup reserved pasta water (optional)
  • Fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve ¼ cup of the pasta water.
  2. Toss the chicken with Cajun seasoning, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat, then sear the chicken until golden and cooked through.
  4. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the minced garlic to the same skillet, cooking until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, then stir in the Velveeta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses until melted and smooth.
  6. Add the cooked pasta and chicken to the sauce, stirring to coat.
  7. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper if needed, garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melting and flavor. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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Keywords: cheesy chicken pasta, garlic butter chicken, creamy pasta recipes

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