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Low Carb Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken

Low Carb Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken: Quick & Easy Delight

A delightful low carb dish featuring juicy chicken, zucchini noodles, and a vibrant cowboy butter lemon sauce that will impress any dinner guest.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Consider chicken thighs for a richer taste.
For the Pasta
  • 4 cups Zucchini Noodles Spiralize fresh zucchini for the best results.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Butter Olive oil can be a lighter substitute.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can be used if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Provides acidity and brightness.
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun Seasoning Adjust based on heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika works in a pinch.
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets Can substitute with green beans or asparagus.
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano or nutritional yeast works for a vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley Or chives for added freshness.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Spiralizer

Method
 

How to Make Low Carb Cowboy Butter Lemon Bowtie Chicken
  1. Spiralize fresh zucchini into noodles and sauté them in a pan over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes, until just tender.
  2. Season the boneless skinless chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat, add the chicken, and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and melt the butter. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Stir in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and zest, cooking for another 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, then add the sautéed zucchini noodles and broccoli florets. Toss to combine, allowing the sauce to coat the ingredients evenly.
  6. Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley or chives for a flavor boost. Enjoy hot!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best texture, sauté zucchini noodles gently for 3-4 minutes. Adjust seasoning based on personal preference. This dish is best fresh, but can be reheated gently on the stove.

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