Creamy Bowtie and Garlic Herb Chicken

• porcijos: Servings: 4
• bendras laikas: 1 hour 11 minutes

Ingredientai

12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into strips

Salt & pepper, to taste

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp Italian seasoning

½ tsp smoked paprika (optional for Southern depth)

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp unsalted butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

½ cup chicken broth

¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tsp dried parsley or fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)

Optional: red pepper flakes for a gentle kick

Nurodymai

Cook the Pasta:

Boil bowtie pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Cook the Chicken:

Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6–7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Sauté Garlic & Build Sauce:

In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.

Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth. Let simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.

Make It Creamy:

Add Parmesan cheese and stir until smooth and melty.

Combine & Finish:

Return chicken and pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until well coated.

Garnish with parsley and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Creamy, herby, and packed with Southern-style comfort—this bowtie pasta is a weeknight dinner dream! 🍗🧄🧀🌿🍝