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Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli

Irresistible Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli

Enjoy savory Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli, a delightful family meal that is comforting and quick to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken breasts Can substitute with chicken thighs.
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning Adjust for desired heat.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Substitute with fresh garlic if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Optional for a milder profile.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can use avocado oil.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter Use unsalted to control salt levels.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) For enhanced flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes Optional for heat.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard Yellow mustard can be a substitute.
  • 1 each Lemon (zest and juice) Fresh lemons are best.
Pasta and Veggies
  • 12 ounces Bowtie pasta (farfalle) Can substitute with other short pasta.
  • 2 cups Broccoli florets Alternatives include asparagus or spinach.
Finishing Touches
  • ½ cup Reserved pasta water Vital for achieving desired sauce texture.
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan cheese Can substitute with nutritional yeast.
  • ¼ cup Fresh parsley For garnish, can be replaced with basil or chives.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh chives Can use green onions as substitute.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Large Skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Boil the pasta and broccoli: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the bowtie pasta, cooking until al dente, then add broccoli for the last 3 minutes.
  2. Season the chicken: Season chicken breasts on both sides with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sear seasoned chicken for 6-7 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes.
  4. Prepare the sauce base: Reduce heat, add unsalted butter and melt, scraping browned bits, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  5. Combine flavorful ingredients: Stir in crushed red pepper flakes, Dijon mustard, lemon juice and zest, simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Toss everything together: Add chicken, pasta, and broccoli to the skillet, tossing to coat with sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
  7. Add the finishing touches: Stir in grated Parmesan until melted, keeping on low heat for 1 minute.
  8. Serve and garnish: Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley or chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

This dish allows for ingredient swaps and variations. Customize it to fit your dietary preferences.

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