Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken (Printable Format)
Juicy chicken, broccoli, and bowtie pasta with vibrant cowboy butter, lemon, herbs, and creamy Parmesan.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Chicken and Pasta
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
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12 ounces bowtie pasta
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2 cups broccoli florets
→ Seasoning and Sauce
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1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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Juice and zest of 1 lemon
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
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1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
→ Cooking Oils
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Garnish
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
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1/2 cup reserved pasta water
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add bowtie pasta and cook until al dente. During the final 3 minutes of cooking, add broccoli florets. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain pasta and broccoli and set aside.
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In a bowl, season the chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the seasoned chicken for 6 to 7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add garlic and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in crushed red pepper flakes, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix in chopped parsley and chives. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Return the pasta, broccoli, and cooked chicken to the skillet. Toss to evenly coat with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired sauce consistency.
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Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is creamy and well blended. Serve warm, garnishing with additional Parmesan, fresh parsley, and a squeeze of lemon if desired.
# Supplementary Details:
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Add extra crushed red pepper flakes to increase heat or adjust seasoning to suit your taste preferences. For faster preparation, chop all vegetables and herbs before starting.