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Garlic Butter Chicken Bowtie Pasta: Easy One-Pan Weeknight Dinner

This quick and delicious garlic butter chicken bowtie pasta comes together in just 30 minutes, creating a comforting restaurant-quality meal that's perfect for busy weeknights. The dish features tender chicken, perfectly cooked bowtie pasta, and a rich garlic butter sauce that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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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 bowtie pasta (farfalle)
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Pour chicken broth into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens slightly. Add the cooked chicken and pasta back to the skillet. Toss everything together until well coated.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Don't overcook the garlic as it burns easily. Use freshly grated Parmesan for better sauce texture. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water to thin sauce if needed. Cook pasta al dente as it continues cooking in the hot sauce. You can add vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or cherry tomatoes.