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Garlic Butter Bowtie Chicken: The Ultimate Slow Cooker Comfort Meal

Garlic Butter Bowtie Chicken: The Ultimate Slow Cooker Comfort Meal

This Garlic Butter Bowtie Chicken is a velvety, flavor-packed meal that turns humble pantry staples into a gourmet experience. It is the ultimate solution for busy weeknights when you want maximum comfort with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 lb chicken breast bite-sized
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 lb bowtie pasta cooked
  • 1 cup chicken broth liquid
  • to taste Salt and pepper seasoning
  • blank blank Chopped parsley garnish

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Small Saucepan
  • Pasta Pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Main Instructions
  1. Begin by seasoning your bite-sized chicken breast pieces thoroughly with salt and pepper in a medium bowl.
  2. Place a small saucepan over low heat to melt the butter, then whisk in the minced garlic until the aroma fills your kitchen.
  3. Transfer the seasoned chicken into the slow cooker basin and pour the warm garlic butter and chicken broth over the top.
  4. Stir the mixture well to ensure every piece of chicken is submerged, then cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours.
  5. Prepare the bowtie pasta in a separate pot of salted boiling water until al dente about 20 minutes before the timer ends.
  6. Drain the pasta well and fold it directly into the slow cooker once the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  7. Toss the pasta gently to coat every farfalle ridge in the golden sauce and top with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For the best texture, ensure you do not overcook the pasta before adding it to the slow cooker, as it will absorb some of the savory garlic butter sauce. If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can whisk a teaspoon of cornstarch into the broth before starting the cook cycle.