Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken With Creamy Parmesan Bowtie
Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken With Creamy Parmesan Bowtie is a sumptuous dish that combines tender chicken breasts with bowtie pasta in a luscious, buttery garlic sauce. The bright acidity of fresh lemon juice complements the rich flavors, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile, allowing you to customize it with seasonal vegetables or alternative proteins like turkey. Every bite offers a delightful blend of creamy and zesty notes, ensuring this dish will become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot, add bowtie pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the chicken: Season both sides of chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sear the chicken: Add seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice.
- Combine everything: Slice the rested chicken into strips, return it to the skillet along with cooked pasta, and toss to coat with sauce. Sprinkle grated Parmesan over top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (400g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg