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Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli

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An extraordinary weeknight dinner featuring tender chicken, zesty lemon, and a hint of Cajun spice, all enveloped in a creamy sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 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
  • 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for topping)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the bowtie pasta and cook until al dente, adding the broccoli florets in the last 3 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and broccoli.
  3. In a bowl, season the chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6–7 minutes, until golden and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Stir in red pepper flakes, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and zest. Mix in parsley and chives, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Add cooked pasta, broccoli, and chicken back to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Add reserved pasta water as needed.
  8. Stir in Parmesan cheese until creamy and well combined.

Notes

Make this recipe easier by prepping ingredients in advance and marinading the chicken overnight. Customize the spice level with crushed red pepper flakes.

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