Parmesan Roasted Red Pepper Chicken Creamy Bowtie Pasta
A creamy Italian-American pasta dish with tender chicken, roasted red peppers, and Parmesan sauce. Bowtie pasta soaks up rich cream and melty cheese, while fresh basil adds brightness for a weeknight luxury meal.
Ingredients
- 12 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper
- 1 roasted red bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, drain, and set aside
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sauté until golden and cooked through (5-6 minutes per side)
- Add roasted peppers, garlic, and red pepper flakes; sauté 2-3 minutes
- Pour in heavy cream, stir to combine, and simmer 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted into a smooth sauce
- Toss cooked pasta into the skillet and coat thoroughly with the chicken-pepper sauce
- Finish with fresh basil before serving
Notes
Use jarred roasted peppers if fresh are unavailable
Substitute penne or rotini for the bowtie pasta
Chicken thighs add more richness if preferred
For lighter version, substitute half-and-half plus 1 tbsp butter for the heavy cream
Substitute penne or rotini for the bowtie pasta
Chicken thighs add more richness if preferred
For lighter version, substitute half-and-half plus 1 tbsp butter for the heavy cream
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 34gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 1800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g
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