Description
Garlic Chicken with Cheesy Bowtie Alfredo is a creamy, comforting dish that combines tender chicken and bowtie pasta in a rich garlic cheese sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress family and friends alike. The savory Cajun seasoning on the chicken adds an enticing kick, while the gooey cheese sauce envelops the pasta, creating a delicious blend of flavors and textures. Whether you’re serving it for a casual dinner or an elegant gathering, this dish will be a hit at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter (for searing)
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 2 tbsp butter (for sauce)
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Velveeta, cubed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (about 10-11 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Season chicken with Cajun spices and sear until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove from the skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic for 30 seconds, then add heavy cream and milk. Stir in cream cheese and cheeses until melted and smooth.
- Toss cooked pasta with the sauce until evenly coated. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Serve chicken alongside pasta, garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing and Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 340g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 135mg