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Garlic Butter Chicken with Bowtie Pasta

Garlic Butter Chicken with Bowtie Pasta for Cozy Nights

This Garlic Butter Chicken with Bowtie Pasta is a comforting meal ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for hectic weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 640
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast or chicken thighs for a juicier option
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper freshly ground preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder optional if using fresh garlic
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Bowtie Pasta (Farfalle) substitute with penne or gluten-free pasta if needed
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter melted before use
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced, fresh preferred
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for cooking chicken
For the Finish
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated, optional for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cooking Pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Toss with salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and sauté for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer for 3 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  5. Return chicken to skillet and add cooked bowtie pasta. Toss everything together for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and parsley, cooking for an additional minute to allow the cheese to melt. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 640kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 43gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can freeze the chicken and sauce for up to 2 months, but pasta texture may change upon thawing.

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