Creamy Cheddar & Havarti Chicken Bowtie Pasta with Roasted Veggies Bliss

A creamy, cheesy pasta dish featuring roasted veggies, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 650

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

8 oz Bowtie Pasta Can substitute with penne or rotini.

For the Protein

2 boneless, skinless Chicken Breasts Can swap with tofu or chickpeas.

For the Flavor Base

2 cups Chicken Broth Replace with vegetable broth for vegetarian version.
1 tbsp Italian Seasoning

For the Veggies

2 cups Broccoli Florets Fresh is best for texture.
2 medium Carrots Thinly sliced for even roasting.
2 cloves Garlic Fresh is recommended.

For the Sauce

1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half or a mix of yogurt and milk.
1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese Freshly shredded preferred.
1 cup Shredded Havarti Cheese Can experiment with Gouda or Fontina.

For Cooking

2 tbsp Olive Oil Vegetable oil can be used as substitute.
to taste Salt
to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper

For Garnish

2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Chopped.

Equipment

large pot
Skillet
Baking Sheet
Mixing Bowl

Method

Directions

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Toss broccoli and carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on the baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a rolling boil. Add bowtie pasta and cook for 10-12 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper, cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden.
In the same skillet, lower heat and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Add heavy cream and whisk in cheeses until melted and smooth. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water as needed.
Combine the cooked pasta, roasted veggies, and sliced chicken in the skillet. Toss gently and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley and additional cheddar if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 450mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize with extra vegetables or cheese types as preferred.

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