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Garlic Butter Chicken Bowtie Pasta

This Garlic Butter Chicken Bowtie Pasta is a quick and comforting weeknight meal featuring tender chicken and farfalle pasta in a rich, creamy garlic butter sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's an elegant yet easy dish finished with fresh herbs and Parmesan cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 580
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 12 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook the bowtie pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  2. While pasta cooks, season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter 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, add remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in heavy cream. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken slightly.
  6. Add cooked pasta and chicken back to the skillet. Toss everything together until well coated in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
  7. Stir in Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and basil. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. For those who enjoy a little heat, sprinkle with red pepper flakes.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs.

Notes

Cook pasta al dente as it continues cooking in the sauce. Do not overcook garlic to avoid bitterness. Reserved pasta water helps create a silky sauce. Reheats well for up to 3 days.