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Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe

Savor the Flavor: Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe

Delicious Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta Recipe ready in 30 minutes. Perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta substitute with gluten-free pasta for adaptation
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast ensure thawed if frozen
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter olive oil can be used for lighter option
  • 4 cloves Garlic consider using roasted garlic for milder flavor
  • 1 medium Onion yellow or white onions recommended
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream substitute with coconut milk or cashew cream for vegan
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth use vegetable broth for vegetarian version
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese swap in nutritional yeast for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning individual herbs like basil and oregano can be substituted
  • 0.5 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust based on spice preference
  • to taste Salt and Pepper personalize to taste
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • measuring cups
  • Cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water over high heat. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, drain and set pasta aside.
  2. Sauté Chicken: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
  3. Create the Sauce: Add remaining butter, onion, and garlic to skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until onion is translucent.
  4. Add Cream and Broth: Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth, add Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Return chicken and pasta to the skillet, tosse everything together until well-coated. Cook for an additional 2 minutes over low heat.
  6. Serve: Dish out warm, topping with Parmesan cheese and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings. Can be adapted for gluten-free or vegan diets.

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