Description
Cowboy butter lemon bowtie chicken is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner that mixes seared chicken, crisp broccoli, and buttery lemon sauce with bowtie pasta. The bright citrus and garlic‑herb butter creates a rich coating, while the pasta soaks up every drop. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish serves four and delivers a satisfying balance of protein, carbs, and bright flavor—perfect for families, meal‑prep, or a comforting dinner any night. Serve with a simple salad or crusty bread now!!!!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups bowtie pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast
- diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- minced
- 1 lemon
- juiced and zested
- 1 tsp dried herbs (thyme or oregano)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in broccoli and cook for 3‑4 minutes until tender.
- Add the cooked pasta, lemon juice, lemon zest, and dried herbs to the skillet. Toss everything together until well combined.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional herbs if desired.
Notes
- For extra brightness
- add a splash of grape juice to the sauce. Adjust seasoning at the end and serve with a simple green salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
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