Description
Lemon Garlic Chicken with Creamy Bowtie Pasta is a bright and flavorful dish that’s perfect for weeknights or special dinners. Juicy chicken breasts are seasoned with lemon and garlic, then pan-seared and tossed with tender bowtie pasta in a rich, creamy sauce with Parmesan and herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz bowtie (farfalle) pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and lemon juice. Add red pepper flakes if using. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Return cooked chicken to the pan and toss to coat. Add drained pasta and stir until everything is well combined and heated through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or basil and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce, or use cream cheese for extra richness.
- Great with spinach, peas, or sun-dried tomatoes stirred in.
- Pairs beautifully with garlic bread or a simple side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: lemon garlic chicken pasta, creamy bowtie pasta, easy chicken dinner, one pan pasta, parmesan lemon pasta