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

This garlic butter chicken bowtie pasta delivers restaurant-quality flavor in just 30 minutes using a one-pan cooking method. The combination of tender chicken, rich garlic butter sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta creates a family-friendly dinner that feels indulgent yet comes together with minimal effort.
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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 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 12 ounces bowtie pasta (farfalle)
  • 6 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 8 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  2. Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 3 tablespoons of butter to the same skillet. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Add bowtie pasta to the skillet along with chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  4. Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if using. Return cooked chicken to the skillet. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Use high-quality butter and fresh garlic for best flavor. Freshly grated Parmesan cheese melts better than pre-shredded varieties. Cook pasta just until al dente - it will continue cooking in the sauce. If sauce is too thin, simmer uncovered longer; if too thick, add splash of broth or cream.