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Mozzarella Garlic Butter Chicken

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A comforting weeknight meal featuring tender chicken, creamy garlic sauce, and melted mozzarella over bowtie pasta.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
  2. While the pasta cooks, season the chicken with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden and cooked through, about 6 to 7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Add shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan to the simmering cream, stirring until the cheeses melt and the sauce is smooth and thickened, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using.
  7. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, then add the cooked pasta. Toss gently to combine, adding the reserved pasta water a little at a time as needed to reach your desired sauce consistency.
  8. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve.

Notes

For a richer buttery flavor, consider stirring in an additional tablespoon of butter. This dish is best served fresh but can be stored and reheated gently.

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Keywords: chicken, pasta, creamy, garlic, mozzarella, weeknight dinner

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