Description
Indulge in a creamy, mouthwatering dish with Cheesy Garlic Cajun Chicken Bowtie Pasta! This delightful recipe combines tender chicken, rich cheeses, and zesty Cajun spices, creating a comforting meal perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or enjoying a cozy night in, this pasta dish is quick to prepare and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
- 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sauté seasoned chicken until golden brown; set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and cook minced garlic until fragrant. Whisk in flour to create a roux.
- Gradually add milk while whisking to form a smooth sauce; let it thicken slightly.
- Stir in cheeses until melted and smooth; season with salt and pepper.
- Combine cooked chicken and pasta into the sauce; mix thoroughly. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg