Description
Indulge in Creamy Cheddar Chicken Bowtie Pasta, an easy weeknight dinner that combines tender chicken, al dente bowtie pasta, and a velvety cheddar‑Havarti cheese sauce. Bright bell peppers, zucchini, and broccoli add color and nutrition, while butter and chicken broth form a silky base. Ready in 30 minutes, this comforting, cheesy bowl feeds four, perfect for busy families. Serve warm, sprinkle fresh parsley, and enjoy a satisfying, restaurant‑style meal at home. Pair with a crisp salad for a b
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 2 cups diced chicken
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Havarti cheese, shredded
- 2 cups assorted vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté the diced chicken until browned and cooked through.
- Add the assorted vegetables and sauté until tender.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a simmer, then stir in cheddar and Havarti cheeses until melted and smooth.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the cheese sauce, coating evenly.
- Season with salt and black pepper, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- For a thinner sauce
- add a splash of extra chicken broth or reserved pasta water. Freshly grated cheese melts better than pre‑shredded. Leftovers reheat well with a little added broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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