Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli
A comforting dish that blends bowtie pasta, succulent chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a rich cowboy butter sauce with zesty lemon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup cowboy butter
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Begin by cooking the bowtie pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the cowboy butter.
- Add the diced chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Toss in the broccoli florets and minced garlic, cooking for another 3 to 4 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked bowtie pasta along with the lemon juice and zest.
- Season with salt and pepper and taste, adjusting as necessary.
- Serve warm, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For make-ahead tips, prepare the chicken and sauce in advance and store separately. Reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Pasta, Chicken, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Broccoli
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