Description
Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli is a delightful comfort meal that combines juicy chicken, tender broccoli, and creamy bowtie pasta in a luscious buttery sauce. This dish is infused with zesty lemon and a hint of Cajun seasoning, creating a flavor profile that’s both vibrant and satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this quick recipe comes together in just 35 minutes. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, making it a go-to favorite for families and gatherings alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions in salted water. Add broccoli florets during the last three minutes. Drain and reserve half a cup of pasta water.
- In a heavy skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook seasoned chicken until golden brown (7–10 minutes).
- Reduce heat, add butter to the skillet, then stir in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, zest, herbs, and Parmesan until well combined.
- Toss drained pasta and broccoli with the sauce until evenly coated. If needed, use reserved pasta water to adjust consistency.
- Serve warm with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet/Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg