Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli Recipe Delight!
A delicious and zesty dish featuring bowtie pasta, chicken, and broccoli, all tossed in a flavorful cowboy butter sauce with a hint of lemon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
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
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the cowboy butter over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the broccoli florets and cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the skillet; toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the cowboy butter.
- Feel free to substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.
- This dish can be served warm or cold as a pasta salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg