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Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe

Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe for Cozy Nights

This Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta recipe combines creamy sauce and succulent chicken for a comforting dish perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta Use your favorite type; gluten-free options work.
For the Chicken
  • 2 cups Chicken Breast Cut into bite-sized pieces.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Replace with olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh garlic preferred.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced yellow onion.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with coconut milk for dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian variation.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, can substitute with nutritional yeast for vegan.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Adjust to taste.
  • ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes To taste.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add chicken and season with salt and pepper. Sauté for 6-8 minutes until golden brown. Set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt remaining butter. Add garlic and onion, stir for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  4. Lower heat and mix in heavy cream and chicken broth. Add Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 5 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Return chicken and drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, adjusting seasoning.
  6. Serve hot, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 680mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. To reheat, add a splash of water or cream.

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