Garlic Butter Chicken with Bowtie Pasta

A creamy, cheesy pasta dinner featuring Cajun-spiced chicken in a buttery garlic sauce tossed with bowtie pasta and melty cheese.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 pound bowtie pasta 4 tablespoons butter, divided 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 8 ounces Velveeta cheese, cubed 4 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt to taste

Instructions

Boil Pasta: Cook bowtie pasta until al dente, drain, and set aside.
Sear Chicken: Heat butter and oil, add chicken, season, and cook golden.
Make Sauce: Add garlic, butter, cheeses, cream, and broth until smooth.
Combine: Toss pasta and chicken into sauce; mix well.
Finish: Add mozzarella and Parmesan; stir until melted and creamy.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. To reheat, use a skillet with a splash of milk or broth to restore creaminess.

Nutrition

Calories: 650
Fat: 32g
Saturated fat: 18g
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 590mg
Protein: 35g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 3g