Description
Zesty Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken & Broccoli Delight is a quick, flavorful dinner that combines tender chicken pieces with buttery lemon sauce, al dente bowtie pasta, and crisp broccoli. In just 30 minutes you get a bright, satisfying meal perfect for busy families. The recipe delivers a perfect balance of citrus zing and rich butter, making it an ideal weeknight option for those seeking a simple yet delicious chicken pasta dish that pleases every palate. Enjoy now
Ingredients
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 chicken breasts diced
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lemon juiced and zested
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta and broccoli together until al dente.
- Melt butter, sauté garlic, add chicken and cook through.
- Add lemon juice and zest, stir to create sauce.
- Toss pasta, broccoli, and sauce together.
- Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- For extra flavor
- add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Zesty Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken & Broccoli Delight, easy chicken dinner, lemon butter pasta, quick broccoli recipe, weeknight chicken meal, buttery lemon chicken, pasta and broccoli combo, simple chicken pasta, 20 minute dinner, family friendly chicken recipe