Southern Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties with Parmesan Sauce

This Southern Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties with Parmesan Sauce is a comforting, indulgent pasta dish packed with flavor! Tender chicken bites are seared in garlic butter, tossed with bowtie pasta, and coated in a creamy Parmesan sauce — pure comfort in every bite.

Ingredients

12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 pounds chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 teaspoons Cajun or blackened seasoning (optional)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

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