Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties with Mozzarella Cream Sauce

Ingredients:

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

1 tbsp olive oil

4 tbsp butter, divided

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

1/4 tsp black pepper

1 lb bowtie pasta

4 cups heavy cream

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, plus more for topping

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Salt to taste

Optional: Crushed red pepper flakes for extra spice

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