🍗 Baked Herb Chicken with Creamy Bowtie Pasta

Golden, juicy herb chicken paired with rich, creamy garlic Parmesan pasta — the perfect comfort meal for any night of the week.

📝 Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 1 ½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried)

For the Creamy Bowtie Pasta:

• 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
• Salt, for boiling water
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 ½ cups heavy cream
• ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ¼ tsp black pepper

🔥 Directions

1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
Rub chicken breasts with olive oil and season evenly with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and parsley.
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.

2️⃣ Cook the Pasta

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Cook bowtie pasta until al dente according to package instructions.
Drain and set aside.

3️⃣ Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
Pour in heavy cream and let simmer gently for 3–4 minutes.
Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella until smooth and thick.
Season with black pepper.

4️⃣ Combine

Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until evenly coated.
Serve warm with sliced herb chicken on top or alongside.

⏱️ Recipe Details

• Cooking Time: 45 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Calories: ~720 per serving

Pro Tip: Add a squeeze of fresh lemon over the chicken before serving to brighten the creamy flavors.

✨ Creamy, cozy, and absolutely irresistible — a dinner your family will request again and again!