Description
This quick and creamy mozzarella garlic butter chicken bowties in cheesy cream recipe combines bowtie pasta, diced chicken, garlic-infused butter, heavy cream and melted mozzarella for a rich, comforting dinner. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights and serves four hungry eaters. Garnish with fresh parsley for color and a burst of flavor. Ideal for families who love cheesy, buttery pasta dishes that feel like restaurant fare at home. Serve hot, enjoy creamy goodness now!.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound bowtie pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta until al dente, then drain.
- Melt butter in a skillet, sauté garlic.
- Add chicken, season, and cook through.
- Stir in heavy cream, simmer, then melt mozzarella.
- Toss pasta with sauce, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- For a lighter version
- use olive oil instead of butter and reduce the amount of cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Family Dinners
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: mozzarella garlic butter chicken bowties in cheesy cream, easy chicken pasta, cheesy chicken dinner, quick weeknight meals, creamy pasta recipes, family friendly dinner ideas