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easy chicken and bow tie pasta recipes

Easy Chicken and Bow Tie Pasta Recipes

Discover simple and satisfying easy chicken and bow tie pasta recipes perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners with friends and family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g Boneless, skinless chicken
  • 250 g Bow tie pasta (farfalle)
  • 200 g Broccoli florets
  • 2 c.s Olive oil
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic
  • 2 c.s Butter
  • 2 c.s All-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Milk or cream
  • 100 g Grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • optional Italian herbs
  • optional Red pepper flakes
  • optional Lemon juice

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Cooking spoon
  • Whisk
  • Pot for boiling pasta
  • Measuring Cups

Method
 

  1. Slice chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Cook chicken until golden brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes, adding minced garlic during the last minute.
  4. Set cooked chicken aside.
  5. In the same skillet, melt butter and stir in flour to create a roux.
  6. Slowly whisk in milk or cream until smooth.
  7. Add grated Parmesan, nutmeg, salt, and pepper to the sauce and let simmer until it thickens.
  8. Cook bow tie pasta according to package instructions, adding broccoli florets two minutes before draining.
  9. Combine pasta, broccoli, chicken, and sauce in the skillet, tossing gently until coated.
  10. Serve with extra Parmesan and a sprinkle of parsley, if desired.
  11. Customize your dish by swapping out broccoli for spinach, zucchini, or roasted bell peppers for different flavors and nutrients.
  12. Experiment with various sauces such as Alfredo or marinara to keep meals interesting.
  13. You can meal prep by slicing vegetables and cooking chicken in batches for quicker weeknight dinners.
  14. Leftovers can be frozen and reheated easily; just be sure to add some liquid to prevent dryness.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious dinner option that your family will love. It's customizable, easy to prepare, and budget-friendly.
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