Ingredients
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To whip up these Cheesy Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
These ingredients are easy to find, and I often have them on hand. This makes preparing dinner a breeze, even on busy weeknights!
Instructions
- Cook bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- Melt butter in a skillet and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and simmer, then stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta and shredded chicken with the sauce, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables for extra nutrition.
- Can substitute chicken with cooked shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg