Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken Bowtie Pasta
This Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken Bowtie Pasta is a quick and easy weeknight meal bursting with bright, zesty flavors. Tender chicken and perfectly cooked bowtie pasta are tossed in a luscious lemon garlic cream sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound bowtie pasta
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat.
- Stir in the fresh parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of parsley for a beautiful presentation. You can also add some cooked vegetables, such as broccoli or spinach, for extra nutrients.