Mozzarella Garlic Butter Chicken (Printable Version)

Bowtie pasta and tender chicken tossed in rich garlic butter with melted mozzarella for a hearty meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta

→ Chicken

02 - 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
03 - 1/2 tsp salt
04 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
05 - 1/2 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, or mixed)

→ Sauce

06 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter
07 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
09 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
10 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
11 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
12 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

→ For Serving

13 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
14 - Extra Parmesan cheese, for garnish

# How to Make:

01 - Boil bowtie pasta in salted water until al dente, drain and reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water.
02 - Combine chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, and Italian herbs evenly.
03 - Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook chicken 5 to 7 minutes until golden and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
04 - Lower heat to medium; add remaining 3 tablespoons butter and minced garlic to skillet, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
05 - Pour in chicken broth, bring to a simmer while scraping browned bits from the pan.
06 - Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan until the mixture is smooth.
07 - Return chicken to skillet, add drained pasta, and toss together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen sauce.
08 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over pasta, cover skillet and let sit for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese melts.
09 - Top with chopped parsley, extra Parmesan, and freshly ground black pepper; serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Rich, comforting flavors with gooey melted cheese
  • Quick and easy to prepare for a weeknight meal
02 -
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce.
  • This dish tastes best when served immediately after cooking.
03 -
  • Reserve some pasta water to loosen the sauce if it gets too thick.
  • Use a skillet with a lid to help the mozzarella melt evenly on top.
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