Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli – Easy and Flavorful Pasta Recipe
Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli Bliss is a vibrant, buttery pasta dish with tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and zesty lemon, perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish, Pasta
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups bowtie pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add cubed chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in broccoli and sauté until tender.
- Add lemon juice, lemon zest, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Combine cooked pasta with the chicken and broccoli mixture.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh broccoli for best texture, or lightly steam frozen broccoli before adding.
- Adjust lemon and butter amounts to taste for more tang or richness.
- Serve immediately for the creamiest texture.