Lemon Garlic Chicken with Creamy Bowtie Pasta

Bright, zesty, and comforting! Tender chicken meets velvety lemon-garlic cream sauce over perfectly cooked bowtie pasta in this irresistible dish.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 tsp dried Italian seasoning

1 tbsp olive oil

For the Sauce & Pasta:

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

½ cup chicken broth

1 tbsp lemon juice

Zest of 1 lemon

8 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare & Cook the Chicken:

Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through.

Remove from skillet and let rest.

Make the Creamy Lemon Sauce:

In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.

Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest.

Bring to a simmer and cook for 3–4 minutes, until slightly thickened.

Cook the Pasta:

Meanwhile, cook bowtie pasta according to package directions.

Drain and set aside.

Slice Chicken:

Slice cooked chicken into thin strips.

Combine & Finish:

Add drained pasta to the sauce and stir to coat evenly.

Mix in Parmesan cheese until sauce is smooth and creamy.

Top with sliced chicken and garnish with fresh parsley.

Serve & Enjoy:

Serve immediately and savor this rich, creamy pasta with a citrusy garlic kick—perfect for cozy weeknights or dinner guests!

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