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Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta

Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta: Creamy Comfort for Any Night

Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta is a creamy, comforting dish that turns any weeknight into a special occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta Any shape like penne or fettuccine
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Can substitute with plant-based chicken for vegan option
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can replace with olive oil for dairy-free version
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder is an alternative
  • 1 medium Onion Can substitute with shallots or green onions
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut milk can be used for a non-dairy version
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Or use homemade blend
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be used for vegan finish
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped; basil is a substitute

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of starchy water, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Season cubed chicken with salt and pepper, cooking for 6-8 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
  3. Add another tablespoon of butter, diced onion, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until onion is translucent.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, adding Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 5 minutes over medium-low heat.
  5. Return chicken and pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy sauce. Add reserved pasta water as needed until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Serve warm, garnished with grated Parmesan and chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, adjust seasonings and use reserved pasta water to achieve desired sauce consistency.

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