Description
Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli is a delightful comfort dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and creamy bowtie pasta, all enveloped in a zesty lemon butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings alike, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also packed with flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The Cajun seasoning adds a subtle kick, while the fresh herbs and lemon zest elevate the dish to a new level of deliciousness. Serve it hot for a fulfilling meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil (For cooking chicken)
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter (For the sauce)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (Plus extra for topping)
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water (To adjust sauce consistency)
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in boiling salted water until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté seasoned chicken until golden brown.
- Add broccoli and cook until bright green and tender.
- Stir in unsalted butter, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and zest, adjusting with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Combine cooked pasta, toss with the chicken and sauce, then garnish with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg