Description
This Lemon Garlic Chicken with Creamy Bowtie Pasta is a delightful dish that elevates your weeknight dinner to restaurant-quality. With zesty lemon, savory garlic, and creamy sauce enveloping tender chicken and bowtie pasta, every bite offers comfort and satisfaction. Perfect for busy evenings or special occasions, this recipe is not only quick—ready in under 30 minutes—but also incredibly versatile. Feel free to customize it with your favorite pasta shape or add in seasonal vegetables for a nutritional boost. Your family and friends will be impressed by the vibrant flavors and rich textures that make this dish a true crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 8 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat and cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the pan; sauté minced garlic in the same pan until fragrant. Add chicken broth and lemon juice, bringing it to a simmer before stirring in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Slice the chicken and toss the drained pasta in the sauce to coat. Top with sliced chicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 67g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for better flavor. Don't overcook the chicken; it should remain juicy. Feel free to add steamed veggies for added nutrition.