Description
Creamy Cajun Chicken Bowties with Garlic Parmesan Cheese Sauce is an irresistible dish that marries rich flavors with a creamy texture, making it an excellent choice for family dinners or gatherings. This comforting meal features tender chicken and bowtie pasta enveloped in a savory garlic parmesan sauce, accented by zesty Cajun spices. Quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when deliciousness is a must. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or switch up the protein for endless variations. With its crowd-pleasing appeal and hearty ingredients, this dish guarantees satisfaction every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 3 tbsp butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ tsp Cajun seasoning (plus extra for taste)
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 3 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 oz cream cheese, softened
- Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, Cajun seasoning, and smoked paprika until golden brown.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic before adding heavy cream, whole milk, and chicken broth; simmer gently.
- Stir in cheeses until melted and creamy.
- Combine cooked pasta and chicken into the sauce; mix well.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 140mg