Creamy Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken That Melts Hearts
Creamy Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken That Melts Hearts is your new go-to comfort food recipe, perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. This delightful one-pan dish combines tender chicken and bowtie pasta in a rich, creamy Cajun sauce, elevated by the zesty brightness of fresh lemon. The addition of vibrant broccoli not only adds nutrition but also a pleasing crunch that complements the creamy texture beautifully. Each bite wraps you in warmth and flavor, making it an unforgettable experience to share with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Bowtie Pasta
- 1 lb Chicken Breast
- 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning
- 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard
- Juice & Zest of 1 Lemon
- 0.5 cup Fresh Parsley & Chives
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese (or nutritional yeast)
- 2 cups Broccoli Florets
Instructions
- Cook bowtie pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of starchy water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sauté diced chicken until golden brown (about 6–7 minutes per side). Remove from pan and cover.
- In the same skillet, lower heat and melt unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Mix in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and zest; simmer for about 2–3 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet along with cooked pasta, broccoli florets, parsley, chives, and Parmesan cheese. Stir together, adding reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess.
- Serve warm with extra herbs sprinkled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 67g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 95mg