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30-Minute Cowboy Chicken Broccoli Butter Lemon Bowtie Pasta Bliss

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Comfort food with a bright twist featuring tender chicken, al dente bowtie pasta, and crisp broccoli in a silky garlic butter sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 6 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or reserved pasta water
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta and broccoli: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package directions, adding the broccoli florets for the last 2 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain both pasta and broccoli together.
  2. Season chicken: While the pasta cooks, toss the chicken pieces with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Sear chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken to a plate and let it rest.
  4. Make sauce: Lower the skillet heat to medium, then melt butter in the same skillet. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 to 45 seconds. Stir in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, crushed red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, parsley, and chicken broth. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.
  5. Combine: Return the drained pasta and broccoli to the skillet and add the rested chicken. Toss everything in the sauce until evenly coated. If the sauce seems thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
  6. Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or pepper if needed. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

For best texture, cut chicken into evenly sized pieces and use reserved pasta water to adjust sauce thickness.

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