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The Ultimate Guide to Bowtie Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta

A zesty, creamy, and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender chicken and a rich lemon garlic sauce. A quick and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

Scale

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

8 oz (about 2 cups) bowtie pasta (farfalle)

2 tbsp olive oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp paprika

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

Juice of 1 fresh lemon

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook the bowtie pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Before draining, reserve about 1 cup of the starchy pasta water.

2. While the pasta cooks, season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

5. Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.

6. Stir in the heavy cream and fresh lemon juice. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low.

7. Gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

8. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the drained bowtie pasta and toss everything together to coat in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.

9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Large pot

Large skillet

Whisk

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  • Author: Ethan Skillet
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4