Description
Prepare to indulge in a delectable pasta dish that’s bursting with zesty, creamy flavors! Bowtie Pasta with Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken & Parmesan is the ultimate comfort food that’s perfect for family dinners, gatherings with friends, or a cozy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- Bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- Chicken breast (boneless and skinless)
- Garlic cloves
- Heavy cream or half-and-half
- Lemon juice and lemon zest
- Chicken broth
- Olive oil or butter
- Parmesan cheese (grated)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Slice the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into thin strips and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
2. Mince the fresh garlic and zest the lemon, then juice the lemon.
3. Cook the bowtie pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, reserving some pasta water.
4. In a skillet, sear the seasoned chicken strips over medium-high heat until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side).
5. Add minced garlic to the chicken and let it cook for 1 minute.
6. Add lemon zest and juice to the chicken, then melt in a tablespoon of butter.
7. In the same skillet, melt remaining butter, add heavy cream and chicken broth, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
8. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes creamy.
9. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Toss the cooked bowtie pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
11. Fold in the lemon garlic chicken and mix well.
12. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding spinach, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes.
For a healthier option, consider whole grain or gluten-free pasta, leaner proteins, and low-fat dairy alternatives.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 30
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 60
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 36
- Cholesterol: 80