Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli is a bold, zesty, and comforting pasta dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and perfectly cooked bowtie pasta in a rich, buttery lemon sauce. Infused with garlic, herbs, and a hint of spice, this dish delivers big flavor in every bite.<\/p>\n
This recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or when you want something hearty yet fresh. The cowboy butter sauce adds a unique twist with its tangy, savory, and slightly spicy profile.<\/p>\n
If you love creamy pasta dishes with bright citrus flavor and juicy chicken, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.<\/p>\n Chicken breast provides lean protein and absorbs the bold cowboy butter flavors beautifully.<\/p>\n Farfalle pasta holds the sauce well, making each bite flavorful and satisfying.<\/p>\n Broccoli adds color, nutrition, and a fresh balance to the rich sauce.<\/p>\n Lemon zest and juice bring brightness and cut through the richness of the butter.<\/p>\n Butter forms the base of the cowboy sauce, creating a silky and flavorful coating.<\/p>\n Cook until al dente to keep the texture perfect when tossed with the sauce.<\/p>\n This helps loosen the sauce and create a creamy consistency.<\/p>\n Cut chicken into similar-sized pieces for even cooking.<\/p>\n Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook bowtie pasta until al dente. Add broccoli during the last few minutes of cooking, then drain while reserving some pasta water.<\/p>\n Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook in olive oil until golden and fully cooked.<\/p>\n Melt butter in the skillet, then add garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in red pepper flakes, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and zest.<\/p>\n Add the cooked chicken, pasta, and broccoli back into the skillet. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed.<\/p>\n Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.<\/p>\n Serve warm with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs on top.<\/p>\n Add extra chili flakes or hot sauce for more heat.<\/p>\n Add a splash of cream for a richer sauce.<\/p>\n Replace pasta with zucchini noodles for a lighter dish.<\/p>\n Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Not recommended as pasta may lose texture.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Keep out for no more than 2 hours before storing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Reheat with a splash of water or broth to loosen the sauce.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n Yes, penne or fusilli work well as substitutes.<\/p>\n You can prepare it ahead and reheat before serving.<\/p>\n Yes, just thaw and drain before adding.<\/p>\n No, but you can adjust the spice level easily.<\/p>\n Yes, shrimp or sausage are great additions.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli is a bold, zesty, and comforting pasta dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and perfectly cooked bowtie pasta in a rich, buttery … <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6668,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6667","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/infokothabd.com\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6667","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/infokothabd.com\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/infokothabd.com\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/infokothabd.com\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/infokothabd.com\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6667"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/infokothabd.com\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6667\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6669,"href":"https:\/\/infokothabd.com\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6667\/revisions\/6669"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/infokothabd.com\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6668"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/infokothabd.com\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6667"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/infokothabd.com\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6667"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/infokothabd.com\/eng\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6667"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Why You\u2019ll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n
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About the Ingredients<\/h2>\n
Chicken Breast<\/h3>\n
Bowtie Pasta<\/h3>\n
Broccoli<\/h3>\n
Lemon<\/h3>\n
Butter<\/h3>\n
Tips & Tricks<\/h2>\n
Don\u2019t Overcook the Pasta<\/h3>\n
Reserve Pasta Water<\/h3>\n
Cook Chicken Evenly<\/h3>\n
Pro Tips<\/h2>\n
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Step-by-Step Instructions<\/h2>\n
Cook the Pasta and Broccoli<\/h3>\n
Season and Cook the Chicken<\/h3>\n
Prepare the Sauce<\/h3>\n
Combine Everything<\/h3>\n
Finish with Cheese<\/h3>\n
Serve<\/h3>\n
Delicious Variations<\/h2>\n
Spicy Version<\/h3>\n
Creamy Twist<\/h3>\n
Low-Carb Option<\/h3>\n
How to Store Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken with Broccoli<\/h2>\n
Refrigerator<\/h3>\n
Freezer<\/h3>\n
Room Temperature<\/h3>\n
Reheating<\/h3>\n
Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n
Can I use other pasta?<\/h3>\n
Can I make it ahead?<\/h3>\n
Can I use frozen broccoli?<\/h3>\n
Is it very spicy?<\/h3>\n
Can I add more protein?<\/h3>\n