Ingredients
Method
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. During the last 3 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets to blanch them. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and oregano. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Make the Cowboy Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and minced garlic. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream, simmering for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine Everything: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the drained pasta and broccoli. Toss everything together until well coated in the sauce. Cook for another 2 minutes to heat through.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
Fresh lemon zest adds incredible bright citrus flavor that balances the richness of the butter sauce. Cut chicken into uniform pieces for even cooking. Blanch broccoli with pasta for perfect texture. Add pasta water if sauce thickens too much.
