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Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe

Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe for Cozy Nights

Delicious Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe that balances creamy decadence with the ease of a quick weeknight meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta Any type you love
For the Protein
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast Diced
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Butter Or olive oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Or coconut milk
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Or vegetable broth
For the Finish
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning Or dried oregano/basil
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes To taste
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • large skillet
  • colander
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water, drain, and set aside.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 6-8 minutes until golden brown. Remove and keep warm.
  3. In the same skillet, add remaining butter, sauté minced garlic and diced onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stir in Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes. Simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken.
  5. Return chicken and pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  6. Plate pasta, top with grated Parmesan cheese and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure pasta is cooked al dente for the best texture. Use reserved pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Confirm chicken is cooked to a safe internal temperature of 165°F.

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