Description
Indulge in the creamy comfort of Creamy Alfredo Bowtie Pasta with Garlic Chicken Bites. This delightful dish brings together tender chicken pieces infused with garlic and Cajun seasoning, enveloped in a rich and velvety cheese sauce that clings to perfectly cooked bowtie pasta. Whether it’s a family dinner or a special occasion, this recipe is designed for simplicity and flavor, making it an instant favorite. Prepare it in just 35 minutes and enjoy its versatility—pair it with a fresh salad or serve as a stand-alone delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1 cup Velveeta cheese (cubed)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 10-11 minutes. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- Toss chicken with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear seasoned chicken in olive oil and butter until golden brown; add minced garlic near the end.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter, add garlic, then stir in heavy cream and chicken broth to simmer.
- Mix in Velveeta, mozzarella, and Parmesan until melted and smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta with the cheese sauce; use reserved pasta water to adjust consistency if needed.
- Serve warm with additional sauce drizzled over chicken bites.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg