Ingredients
– 8 ounces bowtie pasta
– 2 chicken breasts, diced
– 2 cups broccoli florets
– ½ cup cowboy butter (or regular butter)
– 2 tablespoons lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon lemon zest
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
– Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Creating Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli is straightforward if you follow these easy steps:
1. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, boil salted water. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the Chicken: While the pasta cooks, season the diced chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
3. Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, melt half of the cowboy butter over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. Sauté the Broccoli: In the same skillet, add the remaining cowboy butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then, add the broccoli florets. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the broccoli is tender yet crisp.
5. Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the broccoli. Stir in the cooked pasta, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Toss everything together until well combined.
6. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the mixture and add more salt and pepper if needed.
7. Serve Immediately: Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Following these steps will lead you to an incredible Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 30g