Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Lower the heat and sauté minced garlic in unsalted butter for about 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth, scrape browned bits, and simmer for 2 minutes.
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream, simmering for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add freshly grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted.
- Combine cooked chicken with the sauce and mix in lemon juice and parsley.
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- Add drained pasta to the skillet, mixing until fully coated with the sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.
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Notes
For those who prefer milder flavors, consider reducing or omitting the cayenne pepper.
