Spicy Chicken Bow Tie Pasta in Cream Sauce
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Spicy Chicken Bow Tie Pasta in Cream Sauce, a dish where creamy meets kick! This vibrant recipe features tender bites of seasoned chicken, al dente bow tie pasta, and a luscious Parmesan-infused cream sauce that’s spiked with paprika and red pepper flakes for a subtle heat. A touch of garlic and chicken broth enhances the sauce’s richness, while fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pan wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or an elegant dinner at home. Serve it steaming hot and watch it become an instant family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Bow tie pasta
- 1 lb Chicken breast
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.75 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp Onion powder
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bow tie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook for 6-8 minutes until the chicken is browned and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Deglaze the skillet by adding the chicken broth. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Add the Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until melted and the sauce is smooth.
Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes for a touch of heat. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Add the cooked bow tie pasta and the chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta and chicken are well coated with the cream sauce.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
872 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.5 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.2 g | 151% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 236 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 1055 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 49.2 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 260 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 417 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
