02/11/2026
Baked Herb Chicken with Creamy Bowtie Pasta
Ingredients:
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)
12 oz bowtie 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:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish so the chicken doesn’t stick.
2. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, then sprinkle evenly with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and parsley, making sure every piece is well coated.
3. Place the chicken in the baking dish and bake uncovered until it’s fully cooked and lightly golden on top, then let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into juicy pieces.
4. While the chicken is baking, bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil and cook the bowtie pasta until tender but still firm, then drain and set aside.
5. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and add the garlic, stirring just until it becomes fragrant and soft.
6. Pour in the heavy cream and let it gently simmer, stirring occasionally so it stays smooth.
7. Add the Parmesan and mozzarella, stirring slowly until the sauce turns thick, creamy, and glossy, then season lightly with black pepper.
8. Add the cooked bowtie pasta to the sauce and toss until every piece is coated in the creamy garlic Parmesan goodness.
9. Serve the creamy pasta warm with the sliced herb chicken alongside or gently layered on top, just the way your family likes it.
Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Servings: 4 | Calories: ~720 per serving