Description
Zesty Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken & Broccoli Delight is a quick, easy dinner that blends buttery lemon sauce with tender chicken, bowtie pasta, and crisp broccoli. Perfect for busy families, this recipe delivers bright citrus flavor, comforting buttery richness, and a satisfying bite in just 35 minutes. Ideal for weeknight meals, it’s a go‑to recipe for those craving a wholesome, flavorful plate that feels both indulgent and nutritious. Add a splash of melted butter and a dash of lemon ze
Ingredients
- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Add the broccoli florets in the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the cooked pasta and broccoli to the skillet. Toss everything together with lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra richness
- finish with a drizzle of melted butter and a pinch of lemon zest. Adjust salt to taste and serve immediately for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Zesty Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken & Broccoli Delight, easy chicken dinner, lemon butter pasta, quick weeknight meals, broccoli chicken recipe, bowtie pasta recipe, family friendly dinner, citrus chicken pasta, buttery chicken broccoli