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Cajun Creamy Chicken Bowties

Cajun Creamy Chicken Bowties

Make Cajun Creamy Chicken Bowties with garlic butter steak tips and cheesy Parmesan pasta in 35 minutes for a luxe weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 700
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak tips cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • to taste salt and black pepper
  • 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
  • 2 tbsp butter for the sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning for the sauce
  • to taste salt and pepper to taste
  • to taste fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Large skillet
  • Sharp knife for cutting steak
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk for smoothing the sauce

Method
 

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the bowtie pasta for 10-11 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water, and set aside.
  2. Pat the steak tips dry, then toss with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and 1 tbsp butter, then sear the steak tips for 1-2 minutes on each side. Transfer to a plate and cover.
  4. Lower the heat to medium, melt the remaining 2 tbsp of butter in the same skillet, and add the minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 30-45 seconds.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and milk, then whisk in the softened cream cheese until melted and smooth.
  6. Stir in the grated Parmesan, shredded mozzarella, and Cajun seasoning until the cheeses melt and the sauce is smooth. Adjust with salt and pepper and add reserved pasta water if needed.
  7. Toss the cooked bowtie pasta in the skillet with the sauce until well coated.
  8. Top with the seared Cajun steak tips and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 40gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This recipe can be made lighter by substituting chicken for steak, and leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
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