Description

This lemon garlic bowtie chicken with broccoli is a light, healthy, and flavorful dinner made with tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and pasta tossed in a bright garlic lemon sauce.

Ingredients

12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta

2 cups cooked chicken, sliced

2 cups broccoli florets

2 tablespoons olive oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon lemon zest

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons chopped parsley

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Instructions

1. Cook bowtie pasta according to package directions until al dente.

2. Add broccoli to the pasta during the last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking, then drain.

3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

4. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

5. Stir in cooked chicken and cook until warmed through.

6. Add drained pasta and broccoli to the skillet.

7. Pour in lemon juice and add lemon zest, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

8. Toss everything together until well coated.

9. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the pasta and mix.

10. Cook for another 2 minutes until heated through.

11. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for faster prep.

Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

Swap pasta for whole wheat for extra fiber.

Serve with extra lemon wedges for brightness.