Chicken and Bow Tie Pasta is a delightful and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chunks of chicken breast with bow tie pasta, also known as farfalle, in a creamy sauce. Enhanced with the flavors of garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach, this recipe is both colorful and flavorful, making it a favorite for family dinners or casual gatherings. Ready in about 30 minutes, it’s a great go-to meal for busy weeknights.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 pound bow tie pasta
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bow tie pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the aromatics: In the same skillet, add the onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Deglaze the pan: Pour in the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Reduce the wine by half, then add the chicken broth, heavy cream, basil, and oregano. Stir to combine and bring the sauce to a simmer.
- Combine the dish: Return the chicken to the skillet along with the fresh spinach. Cook until the spinach wilts, about 2 minutes. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the creamy sauce.
- Serve: Transfer the pasta to serving dishes. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
This Chicken and Bow Tie Pasta dish is wonderfully creamy and satisfying, offering a perfect balance of flavors and textures that make it a surefire hit for any meal occasion.
