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Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta

Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta in 30 Minutes or Less

This Cowboy Butter Chicken Pasta is a creamy comfort food that can be prepared in 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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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 Can be substituted with gluten-free pasta.
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Frozen chicken can save time.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter May be replaced with olive oil.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is essential.
  • 1 medium Onion Use yellow or white onions.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut milk is a vegan alternative.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast is a vegan substitute.
For the Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning Can substitute with oregano, basil, and thyme.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for added heat.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Basil can be used as a substitute.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, drain, and set aside.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, add to skillet, and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and let rest.
  3. In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of butter, then minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir in Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 5 minutes, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
  5. Return chicken and pasta to the skillet. Toss until well coated in sauce and heat through for 2 additional minutes.
  6. Serve warm, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a vegan version, use plant-based ingredients. Always reserve pasta water for adjusting sauce texture. Use a meat thermometer for chicken safety.

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