Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Bow Tie Pasta Bake

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
• 12 oz bow tie (farfalle) pasta
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1½ cups heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp paprika
• Salt and black pepper
• Chopped parsley

Method

1. Boil the bow tie pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
2. Season the cubed chicken with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet and cook the chicken 6-8 minutes until golden and cooked through.
4. Add butter and garlic to the skillet and sauté about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Pour in the heavy cream, then stir in the Parmesan and half of the mozzarella until the sauce is smooth.
6. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
7. Top with the remaining mozzarella, cover and let melt for 2-3 minutes, then garnish with parsley before serving.