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Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A flavorful and creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a zesty cowboy butter sauce, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Pasta and Broccoli

  • 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Zest of 1 lemon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta and broccoli together until tender, then drain.
  • Sear seasoned chicken in olive oil until golden and cooked through.
  • Melt butter, add garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, mustard, parsley, and thyme to make the sauce.
  • Combine pasta, broccoli, chicken, and sauce; toss to coat.
  • Stir in Parmesan and fresh parsley; serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle additional herbs or cheese before serving.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: broccoli, chicken, Pasta