Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli
A quick and satisfying meal featuring chicken, pasta, and broccoli with a zesty lemon butter sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Stir in the broccoli florets and cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet.
- Pour in the lemon juice and zest, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
Notes
For a creamier texture, consider adding a splash of heavy cream or cream cheese. You can also swap in different vegetables based on preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Find it online: https://www.simplefamilydishes.com/lemon-cowboy-butter-chicken/