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Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Bow Tie Pasta

A delightful and easy meal combining tender chicken, vibrant veggies, and creamy bow tie pasta, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces or 450 gr
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup purple onion, diced
  • 1 cup chopped tricolor peppers
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz bow tie pasta
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1/4 - 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pan or skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the chicken and cook until it's no longer pink.
  3. Add the diced onions and chopped peppers. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked and browned.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional minute.
  5. Add the uncooked bow tie pasta, milk, cream, and chicken broth.
  6. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil.
  7. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
  8. Stir in the parmesan cheese. If the mixture is too thick, add more milk until you reach the desired consistency.

Notes

Serve this dish hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley. Pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.