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Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken

Creamy Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken That Melts Hearts

Discover the irresistible Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken, a one-pan dish that combines creamy Cajun sauce and tender chicken for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Bowtie Pasta Can be substituted with penne or rotini.
For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast Can be swapped with chicken thighs.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning Adjust according to spice tolerance.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can use any neutral cooking oil.
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter Use plant-based butter for dairy-free.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh is best.
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard Mustard powder can be substituted.
  • 1 lemon Lemon Juice & Zest Lime juice is a good alternative.
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Parsley & Chives Dried herbs can be used in smaller amounts.
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast for dairy-free option.
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets Snap peas or green beans can substitute.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water. Add bowtie pasta and cook until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. In the last 3 minutes, add broccoli florets. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain pasta and broccoli.
  2. Season chicken breast with Cajun seasoning and garlic powder. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. Melt unsalted butter in the same skillet. Sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add crushed red pepper flakes for extra kick.
  4. Whisk together Dijon mustard, reserved lemon juice, and zest in the skillet, creating a tangy sauce. Stir in parsley and chives, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  5. Add cooked chicken, pasta, and broccoli to skillet. Toss gently, mixing with the creamy sauce. Gradually pour in reserved pasta water to adjust consistency as needed.
  6. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the mix, stirring until melted and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or lemon juice if necessary.
  7. Plate the dish and serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan and a squeeze of lemon juice for added zing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze in a safe container for up to 2 months. Reheat gently to maintain creaminess.

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