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Mozzarella Garlic Butter Chicken

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A cozy, creamy pasta dinner featuring tender chicken pieces in a silky garlic butter cream sauce with melted mozzarella and Parmesan.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water, and set aside.
  2. Dry and season the chicken. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. Season evenly with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, tossing to coat.
  3. Sear the chicken. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until golden, then stir and continue cooking until done, about 4 to 5 minutes total. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate.
  4. Start the sauce. Reduce heat to medium, add 3 tablespoons unsalted butter to the same skillet and melt. Add 4 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 60 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Add liquids. Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth and 1 cup heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 2 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Melt the cheeses. Add 1 cup shredded mozzarella and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, stirring continuously until melted and the sauce thickens, about 3 to 4 minutes. Adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
  7. Combine chicken and pasta. Return the chicken to the skillet, add the drained pasta, and toss to coat. Use reserved pasta water to thin the sauce if needed, adding a tablespoon at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
  8. Finish and serve. Remove from heat, garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

Pat the chicken dry before seasoning to promote browning. Use reserved pasta water to adjust sauce consistency as desired.

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Keywords: chicken pasta, creamy pasta, garlic butter chicken, mozzarella chicken, easy chicken dinner

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