Name: Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta; 2 cups broccoli florets; 1 tsp Cajun seasoning; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; Salt and 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; 6 tbsp unsalted butter; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup reserved pasta water

Description

A vibrant dish featuring tender chicken, bowtie pasta, and broccoli, all tossed in a zesty butter sauce.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
2 cups broccoli florets
1 tsp Cajun seasoning
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and 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
6 tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup reserved pasta water

Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces seasoned with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Add Broccoli: Stir in broccoli florets and cook for another 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
Prepare the Cowboy Butter Sauce: Lower heat and add butter, Dijon mustard, garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, lemon juice, and zest. Stir until combined.
Combine Pasta and Sauce: Drain pasta and toss it into the skillet with the chicken and broccoli. Mix well, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
Cheese It Up: Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
Finish with Fresh Herbs: Fold in chopped parsley and chives gently.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently for best results.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 550
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: chicken, pasta, buttery sauce, broccoli, comfort food