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Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken

Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken for a Flavorful Dinner

A vibrant Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken recipe that combines juicy chicken, zesty lemon, and colorful bowtie pasta.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Bowtie Pasta Cook al dente for best results.
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breast
For the Broccoli
  • 2 cups Broccoli florets Fresh preferred, but frozen can work.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter Melt before sautéing.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Freshly minced for best flavor.
  • 1 whole Lemon Juice and zest needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adjust according to taste.
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley Optional, for garnish.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add bowtie pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden.
  3. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Increase heat to medium-high, add 1 pound of cubed chicken, and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Add 2 cups of broccoli florets to the skillet and sauté for another 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender.
  6. Stir in zest and juice of 1 lemon along with 1 teaspoon of paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Fold in the cooked bowtie pasta and toss until evenly coated with the sauce.
  8. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust seasonings and lemon according to taste. Serve immediately for best flavor. Pair with various veggies as desired.

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