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Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli

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A delightful dish featuring bowtie pasta and broccoli in a buttery lemon sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water

Instructions

  1. Start by boiling a pot of water for the pasta. Once it’s boiling, add the bowtie pasta and cook according to the package instructions. In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets. Once done, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and broccoli.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the skillet. Season with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes or until it is fully cooked through and golden brown.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium and add 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter to the skillet with the cooked chicken. Allow it to melt and stir in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well until the sauce is creamy. If the sauce is too thick, you can add some reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
  4. Add the cooked pasta and broccoli to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta and broccoli are well coated in the lemon butter sauce. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and chives. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Notes

For a richer flavor, consider adding more herbs like thyme or basil.

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