Description
Discover the perfect blend of buttery richness and bright lemon in this Cowboy Butter Lemon Chicken Bowties recipe. Tender chicken breast, crisp broccoli, and bow‑tie pasta are tossed in a silky lemon‑butter sauce that delivers a comforting, restaurant‑style flavor in minutes. Ideal for busy weeknights, this easy, 4‑serving dinner balances protein, vegetables, and carbs, making it a family‑friendly favorite that looks as good as it tastes. Quick prep, simple easy steps, and taste guarantee reque
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz bow tie pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the bow tie pasta according to package instructions until al dente; add broccoli florets in the last 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 1 minute, then add diced chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6‑8 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest, mixing well.
- Add the cooked pasta and broccoli to the skillet, tossing everything together to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a gluten‑free version
- use corn‑based bow tie pasta. For a dairy‑free option
- substitute butter with a neutral oil. Adjust lemon amount to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: Cowboy Butter Lemon Chicken Bowties, easy chicken pasta recipe, lemon butter chicken, weeknight dinner ideas, family friendly meals, quick pasta dishes, chicken and broccoli recipe, butter sauce pasta, 15 minute meals, 4 serving dinner