Garlic Butter Chicken with Bowtie Pasta Recipe
This Garlic Butter Chicken with Bowtie Pasta is a comforting slow cooker dish featuring tender chicken breast pieces cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfectly combined with al dente bowtie pasta. The slow cooking method allows the flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in a creamy, flavorful meal that’s easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Sauce
- 1 lb chicken breast, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Pasta
- 1 lb bowtie pasta, cooked al dente
Garnish
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: In a bowl, toss the bite-sized chicken pieces with salt and pepper to ensure they are evenly seasoned, enhancing the overall flavor of the dish.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter and stir in the minced garlic. Cook until the garlic is fragrant but not browned, allowing the butter to absorb the garlic aroma.
- Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Place the seasoned chicken pieces in your slow cooker. Pour the melted garlic butter mixture over the chicken and add the chicken broth. Stir gently to combine all ingredients well.
- Cook the Chicken: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 4-5 hours or on high heat for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked through and tender.
- Cook Bowtie Pasta: About 20 minutes before the chicken is done, cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- Mix Pasta with Chicken: Once the chicken is cooked, fold the drained bowtie pasta into the slow cooker. Stir well to coat the pasta evenly with the garlic butter sauce and chicken broth mixture.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and fresh flavor. Serve warm and enjoy your garlic butter chicken with bowtie pasta.
Notes
- For extra richness, you can add a splash of heavy cream when mixing in the pasta.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the lid of the slow cooker for the last 15 minutes to allow some liquid to evaporate.
- Feel free to add vegetables such as spinach or mushrooms for added nutrition and flavor.
- Use low sodium chicken broth to better control the salt content.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: Garlic Butter Chicken, Bowtie Pasta, Slow Cooker Chicken, Easy Dinner, Comfort Food, Chicken Recipes
