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Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta with Bowtie Noodles

This Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta is the ultimate weeknight lifesaver – creamy, comforting, and ready in just 30 minutes. Tender chicken pieces are nestled in perfectly cooked bowtie pasta with a luxuriously rich garlic butter sauce that coats every bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  2. Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add uncooked bowtie pasta to the skillet along with chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and everything is well combined.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

Don't overcook the pasta – it should be al dente when you add the cream sauce. Always mince your garlic finely rather than using pre-minced jars for the freshest flavor. If sauce seems too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or water. If too thin, let it simmer uncovered to reduce.